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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+37.5%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8420.10Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If handheld and portable like a staple gun

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

8479.89Lower: 15% vs 37.5%

If for miscellaneous office appliances

Non-specific office devices default to 8479 other category.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

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