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Brother Correctable Film Ribbon

A correctable film ribbon for Brother typewriters and electronic typewriters, featuring lift-off correction capabilities with black ink. Classified under HTS 9612.10.90 as 'other' ribbons prepared for impressions, distinct from spool-only types. The thin film transfers ink erasably for easy corrections.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.9%+17.5%25.4%
🇲🇽Mexico7.9%+10.0%17.9%
🇨🇦Canada7.9%+10.0%17.9%
🇩🇪Germany7.9%+10.0%17.9%
🇯🇵Japan7.9%+10.0%17.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

8443.32Lower: 10% vs 25.4%

If for use in dedicated electronic typewriter machines

Ribbons integral to typewriter mechanisms may fall under parts of office machines in 8443.

3919.10Lower: 15.8% vs 25.4%

If self-adhesive plastic film without ink

Uninked plastic films or tapes classify as self-adhesive products under Chapter 39.

3215.11Lower: 11.8% vs 25.4%

If imported as ink for ribbon refilling

Separate printing ink for ribbons is classified under 3215, not the prepared ribbon itself.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label as 'correctable typewriter ribbon' with ink safety data sheets for customs clearance

Avoid common error of classifying with thermal transfer ribbons under 3707 if not impression-prepared

Bundle with compatibility list for specific typewriter models to prove 'similar ribbon' status