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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
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina7.9%+20.0%27.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico7.9%+10.0%17.9%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada7.9%+10.0%17.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8443.32Lower: 12.5% vs 27.9%

If for use in dedicated electronic typewriter machines

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

3919.10Lower: 18.3% vs 27.9%

If self-adhesive plastic film without ink

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

3215.11Lower: 14.3% vs 27.9%

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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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code โ€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

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

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

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