HS Code 8439.30 : Machinery for finishing paper or paperboard
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
EN (Official WCO)
FR (Pending)
ES (Pending)
The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for machinery for finishing paper or paperboard is 8439.30. Under the 2026 Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı), the representative MFN general duty rate is 1.7% [Ticaret Bakanlığı].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 84
Machinery for making pulp of fibrous cellulosic material or for making or finishing paper or paperboard (other than the machinery of heading 8419); parts thereof
Heading 8439
Machinery for making pulp of fibrous cellulosic material or for making or finishing paper or paperboard (other than the machinery of heading 8419); parts thereof
Subheading .30
.30
Machinery for finishing paper or paperboard
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
United StatesUnited KingdomEuropean UnionCanadaMexicoChinaJapanIndiaAustraliaSouth KoreaGermanyBrazilTürkiyeChinese TaipeiVietnamThailandIndonesiaMalaysiaSingaporeSaudi ArabiaUnited Arab EmiratesSouth AfricaEgyptIsraelChileColombiaPeruPhilippinesPakistanNew ZealandNorwayNigeriaKenyaMoroccoArgentinaEcuadorBangladeshUkraineKazakhstanQatarKuwaitOmanJordan
Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı Tariff 2026)
8439.30.00.00
MODULE 5: TÜRKİYE IMPORT DUTY & TAX BREAKDOWN
Customs Duty (Gümrük Vergisi)
1.7%
WTO MFN Rate
Import VAT (KDV)
20.00 %
CIF + Duty Base
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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.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
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)
| 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 Machinery for finishing paper or paperboard
MODULE 11: Binding Tariff Information (BTB / Ticaret Bakanlığı)
Legally binding tariff classification rulings issued by Türkiye Ministry of Trade for HS 8439.30.
Query official Ticaret Bakanlığı BTB portal:
Search Official Ticaret Portal for 8439.30 →Türkiye Declarable Commodity Lines (8439.30)
National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı): coverage in progress.
Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 1.7%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Ticaret Bakanlığı).
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 8439.10 | Subheading under Heading 8439 | Compare Subheading 8439.10 → |
| 8439.20 | Subheading under Heading 8439 | Compare Subheading 8439.20 → |
| 8439.91 | Subheading under Heading 8439 | Compare Subheading 8439.91 → |
| 8439.99 | Subheading under Heading 8439 | Compare Subheading 8439.99 → |
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
Ticaret Bakanlığı (Ministry of Trade) ↗
Official Turkish tariff schedule and MFN import duty (Gümrük Vergisi) rates.
Binding Tariff Information (BTB Portal) ↗
Ticaret Bakanlığı official binding tariff classification rulings database.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı) general duty for Machinery for finishing paper or paperboard?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı), Machinery for finishing paper or paperboard is classified under HS 8439.30 (Heading 8439, Chapter 84). The representative TR MFN general duty rate is 1.7%.
How is HS 8439.30 distinguished within Heading 8439 (Machinery for making pulp of fibrous cellulosic material or for making or finishing paper or paperboard (other than the machinery of heading 8419); parts thereof)?
Heading 8439 covers Machinery for making pulp of fibrous cellulosic material or for making or finishing paper or paperboard (other than the machinery of heading 8419); parts thereof. Subheading 8439.30 specifically isolates Machinery for finishing paper or paperboard. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8439.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8439.30?
Related subheadings under Heading 8439 include 8439.10, 8439.20, 8439.91, 8439.99. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Machinery for finishing paper or paperboard?
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 8439.30 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 Machinery for finishing paper or paperboard?
Commercial shipments of Machinery for finishing paper or paperboard 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 8439.30?
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 is the import VAT rate for HS 8439.30 in Türkiye?
Türkiye assesses a standard 20% Value-Added Tax (Katma Değer Vergisi / KDV) on imports, calculated on CIF value + statutory customs duty.
What is Türkiye's de minimis threshold for postal and express shipments?
Türkiye's non-commercial de minimis threshold is €30 for gift/personal imports; commercial consignments enter under standard customs entry.
Which agency regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Türkiye?
Customs declarations and binding tariff information (BTB) are administered by the Ministry of Trade (Ticaret Bakanlığı).
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