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HS HEADING 8441

Machines; for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard, including cutting machines of all kinds

In plain English

This heading covers machinery used to process paper pulp, paper, or paperboard, including various types of cutting equipment. Specific categories distinguish machines that cut materials from those that form bags, sacks, envelopes, cartons, boxes, cases, tubes, drums, or similar containers. Other classifications address machines that mold articles from these materials and machinery not specifically listed elsewhere in this group. The category also includes parts for any of these machines.

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6-digit subheadings (6)

Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.

8441.10

Machines; cutting, of all kinds, for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard

8441.20

Machines; for making bags, sacks or envelopes of paper pulp, paper or paperboard

8441.30

Machines; for making cartons, boxes, cases, tubes, drums or similar containers (other than by moulding), of paper pulp, paper or paperboard

8441.40

Machines; for moulding articles, in paper pulp, paper or paperboard

8441.80

Machinery; n.e.c. in heading no. 8441, for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard

8441.90

Machinery; parts of machinery for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard, including cutting machines of all kinds

Chapter 84 classification notes

One of the largest chapters by trade value. Many IT products duty-free under the ITA (Information Technology Agreement). Dual-use export controls apply to certain machinery. Parts often classified under the same heading as the complete machine.

Frequent misclassification in this chapter

Many importers confuse Chapter 84 (mechanical) and Chapter 85 (electrical). A device with both elements usually classifies by principal function. Computer peripherals may classify separately from the computer itself.

Classification certainty

The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.

Binding tariff ruling database

Other headings in Chapter 84

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