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HS Code 9017.90 : Parts and accessories

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for parts and accessories is 9017.90. Under the 2026 Kenya (KRA Customs), the representative MFN general duty rate is 0% [Kenya Revenue Authority].

Chapter

Ch 90

Heading

9017

Subheading

9017.90

KE MFN Duty

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 90

Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting machines, pantographs, protractors, drawing sets, slide rules, disc calculators); instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand (for example, measuring rods and tapes, micrometers, calipers), not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts and accessories thereof

Heading 9017

9017

Subheading .90

.90

Parts and accessories

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Kenya (KRA Customs)

9017.90

Representative MFN Ad Valorem Rate

Verified July 2026 · KRA Source

MODULE 5: KENYA IMPORT DUTY & VAT BREAKDOWN

KRA Base MFN Duty

EAC CET Tariff [KRA]

Value Added Tax (VAT)

16.00 %

CIF + Duty Base [VAT 16%]

De Minimis Threshold

KES Limit

Customs Exemption

Notice: Kenyan customs clearance, EAC CET tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 16% VAT are governed by Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). Always verify declarable lines with KRA prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

AGENCY-CONDITIONAL (PGA)

FDA Prior Notice / USDA Phytosanitary Cert

Rule-derived from verified PGA flag: Mandatory prior notice filing and health certificate.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

ACE PGA Message-Set Flags: FDA (DEV): FDA Medical Device Listing & Premarket Notification 510(k)

Official ACE program code: ACE/PGA [FDA 21 CFR 1.276].

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

7.5% – 25% Additional Duty (China Origin)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Parts and accessories

MODULE 11: KRA Customs Advance Ruling System

Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by Kenya Revenue Authority for HS 9017.90.

Query official KRA portal:

Search KRA Portal for 9017.90 →

Kenya KRA Tariff Schedule (9017.90)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Kenya (KRA Customs): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 0%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Kenya Revenue Authority).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
9017.10	Subheading under Heading 9017	Compare Subheading 9017.10 →
9017.20	Subheading under Heading 9017	Compare Subheading 9017.20 →
9017.30	Subheading under Heading 9017	Compare Subheading 9017.30 →
9017.80	Subheading under Heading 9017	Compare Subheading 9017.80 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

Kenya Revenue Authority Customs (KRA) ↗

Official Kenya KRA tariff schedule, 16% VAT, and EAC CET rules.

KRA Customs Advance Ruling System ↗

Kenya Revenue Authority official binding advance classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Parts and accessories?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Parts and accessories is classified under HS 9017.90 (Heading 9017, Chapter 90). The representative KE MFN general duty rate is 0%.

How is HS 9017.90 distinguished within Heading 9017 (Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting machines, pantographs, protractors, drawing sets, slide rules, disc calculators); instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand (for example, measuring rods and tapes, micrometers, calipers), not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts and accessories thereof)?

Heading 9017 covers Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting machines, pantographs, protractors, drawing sets, slide rules, disc calculators); instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand (for example, measuring rods and tapes, micrometers, calipers), not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts and accessories thereof. Subheading 9017.90 specifically isolates Parts and accessories. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 9017.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 9017.90?

Related subheadings under Heading 9017 include 9017.10, 9017.20, 9017.30, 9017.80. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Parts and accessories?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 9017.90 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Parts and accessories?

Commercial shipments of Parts and accessories with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 9017.90?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 9017.90 in Kenya?

Commercial imports of Parts and accessories under HS 9017.90 into Kenya are subject to 16% VAT, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Kenya?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Kenya is KES threshold. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Kenya?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and KRA Customs Advance Ruling System for HS 9017.90 are administered by Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).

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