8443.39.50.00 - Thermocopying apparatus 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 35% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, "Thermocopying apparatus," encompasses devices that utilize heat to produce copies of documents or images. These machines typically employ heat-sensitive paper or transfer mechanisms that are activated by thermal energy. Examples include thermal printers, fax machines that use thermal printing technology, and specialized plotters designed for thermographic reproduction. The core function is the conversion of an original document into a copied version through the application of heat.
Within the broader classification of "Other printers, copying machines and facsimile machines," this category is distinguished from its siblings by its exclusive reliance on thermal processes. For instance, "Electrostatic photocopying apparatus" (8443.39.40.00) uses electrical charges and toner, while "Other photocopying apparatus" (8443.39.60.00) may encompass a wider range of electro-photographic or digital copying technologies not primarily driven by heat. The defining characteristic here is the thermocopying mechanism itself.
As a leaf node, the "Thermocopying apparatus" classification does not have further subdivisions. Classification within this heading is determined by the primary method of reproduction being thermographic. Importers and exporters should ensure that the apparatus's operational principle is solely or predominantly based on heat transfer for reproduction to be correctly classified under this code.