Artisan 618BL Buttonhole Sewing Machine

Programmable buttonhole machine for teaching precision buttonhole construction in fashion design courses. Qualifies for HTS 9810.00.50.00 duty-free entry when imported solely for student instruction at public universities. Critical for garment finishing education.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8452.29.90.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If for commercial shirt manufacturing

Buttonhole machines for apparel production classify under industrial machinery.

9810.00.15Same rate: 10%

If for public library exhibition use

Different institutional purpose within Chapter 98 educational provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide student project examples requiring buttonhole construction skills

Maintain usage logs documenting instructional hours vs any non-educational use

Secure institutional bond if required for high-value educational equipment

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