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Drafting Pantograph

Adjustable mechanical pantograph for enlarging or reducing drawings in architectural drafting. Falls under HTS 9017.80.00.00 as other drawing instruments like pantographs. Constructed from aluminum and steel linkages.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.3%+35.0%40.3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5.3%+10.0%15.3%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5.3%+10.0%15.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

9017.10Lower: 13.9% vs 40.3%

If classified as basic drawing machines

Drafting machines have a specific subheading 9017.10 separate from other instruments.

8428.90.03Lower: 35% vs 40.3%

If motorized or lifting-integrated for industrial use

Other lifting/handling machinery excludes Chapter 90 per note 1(g).

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Demonstrate non-mechanical power use to stay in Chapter 90 vs machine tools

β€’ Package disassembled to reduce volumetric duties

β€’ Avoid CAD software bundles that could shift to data processing headings