Alnico Horse Shoe Magnets from Canada
Classic U-shaped alnico (aluminum-nickel-cobalt) horse shoe magnets made from cast metal alloys, requiring post-import magnetization. Commonly used in educational science kits and small holding devices. Falls under HTS 8505.11.0070 as other metal permanent magnets.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include alloy composition certificate (Al-Ni-Co-Fe) to avoid confusion with flexible magnets
• For educational sets, ensure magnets are primary component or risk set classification under 9503
• Test for residual magnetism; fully demagnetized imports must declare 'for magnetization'