Epson Black Fabric Ribbon Cartridge from Japan
This is a replacement fabric ribbon cartridge for Epson dot matrix printers, inked and prepared to produce impressions on paper. It falls under HTS 9612.10.9090 as it is a typewriter or similar ribbon, not on spools or specifically enumerated types. Designed for high-volume printing in office environments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify ribbon composition (fabric vs. film) for accurate classification and ensure supplier provides material certificates
• Include technical specs showing preparation for impressions to avoid reclassification as unworked materials