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Brother Correctable Film Ribbon from Japan

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.

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

• 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