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Electric Glue Gun from China

Corded hot-melt glue gun for crafting and repairs, heating glue sticks to adhesive state. Classified under HTS 8516.79.00.00 as domestic electrothermic tool for melting adhesives.

Duty Rate — China → United States

15.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Require CPSC certification for burn hazards; specify temperature ranges

• Consumer vs professional models; latter may classify under tools (8467)

• Glue sticks import separately under plastics (3919.10)