Electric Stapling Machine

A heavy-duty electric stapler for office use that drives staples into stacks of paper up to 100 sheets. Classified under HTS 8472.90.90 as a perforating or stapling machine within other office machines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8420.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If handheld and portable like a staple gun

Portable staplers for construction or upholstery classify as calendering/stapling machines in 8420.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If for miscellaneous office appliances

Non-specific office devices default to 8479 other category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include detailed specs on stapling capacity and power rating in commercial invoice

β€’ Comply with electrical safety standards; provide test reports to expedite clearance