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Epson Black Fabric Ribbon Cartridge from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

27.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

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

Include ink composition certificates if containing hazardous materials for EPA compliance