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Automatic Drafting Machine from China

An electromechanical device used for precise automated drawing and plotting on paper or vellum in architectural and engineering offices. It features motorized arms and computer-controlled pens, falling under HTS 9017.10.80.00 as an automatic drafting machine not elsewhere specified. This classification covers professional tools for technical drafting beyond manual instruments.

Duty Rate — China → United States

41.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify if the machine includes software; embedded software may require separate classification under Chapter 85 if detachable

Provide technical specs confirming hand-use inapplicability and automatic features to avoid reclassification to manual drawing sets

Ensure CE marking for electronics and comply with FCC regulations for any wireless components common in modern models