Epson Black Fabric Ribbon Cartridge

This is a replacement fabric ribbon cartridge for Epson dot matrix printers like the LX-350, inked with black pigment for clear impressions on paper. It falls under HTS 9612.10.90 as an inked typewriter or similar ribbon prepared for giving impressions, classified as 'other' ribbons not on spools. The fabric material absorbs and transfers ink efficiently during printing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina7.9%+17.5%25.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico7.9%+10.0%17.9%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada7.9%+10.0%17.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany7.9%+10.0%17.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan7.9%+10.0%17.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

8443.99.50Lower: 17.5% vs 25.4%

If imported as integral printer replacement part

Printer-specific ribbon cartridges may classify as parts of printing machines under Chapter 84 rather than standalone ribbons.

3215.19Lower: 11.8% vs 25.4%

If sold as bulk ink refill without ribbon substrate

Pure printing inks without fabric or spool classify under heading 3215, excluding prepared ribbons.

4821.90Lower: 10% vs 25.4%

If uninked paper ribbons for custom inking

Paper labels or uninked ribbons are paper products under Chapter 48, not prepared inked ribbons.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Verify ribbon is inked and prepared for impressions; provide manufacturer specs to avoid misclassification as unworked textile

โ€ข Include ink composition certificates if containing hazardous materials for EPA compliance