| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8479899560 | Doc | 32.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8479899599 | Doc | 57.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8487900080 | Doc | 83.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8487900040 | Doc | 58.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9014805000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9014804000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9031808085 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9031804000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926905000 | Doc | 41.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926906090 | Doc | 59.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3916100000 | Doc | 60.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3916903000 | Doc | 61.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Edge Banding Device
An edge banding device is a machine used to apply a narrow strip of material – typically veneer, PVC, ABS, or laminate – to the exposed edges of substrates like particleboard, MDF, or plywood. This process, known as edge banding, improves the appearance of the finished product, protects the core material from damage, and reduces moisture absorption.
Materials
The materials applied via edge banding devices vary based on application and desired aesthetic/functional properties:
- Veneer: Thin slices of real wood, providing a natural wood appearance. Requires staining and finishing.
- PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride): A thermoplastic polymer, offering a cost-effective and durable solution with a wide range of colors and textures. Common in furniture and cabinetry.
- ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene): A more impact-resistant thermoplastic than PVC, often used in high-stress applications. Provides a good surface for painting or other finishes.
- Laminates: Typically high-pressure laminates (HPL) or low-pressure laminates (LPL), offering a very durable and scratch-resistant surface.
- Solid Wood Edge Banding: Narrow strips of solid wood, providing a premium look and feel.
- Paper Edge Banding: Often used for temporary applications or low-cost furniture.
Purpose and Function
The primary purpose of edge banding is to:
- Aesthetic Improvement: Conceal the unattractive core material of substrates.
- Protection: Shield the edges from chipping, impact, and moisture.
- Structural Integrity: Increase the overall stability of the finished piece.
- Safety: Provide a smoother, safer edge for handling.
Edge banding devices function by applying heat and pressure to melt the adhesive on the edge banding material, bonding it securely to the substrate. Many machines also include trimming, corner rounding, and buffing/polishing stages.
Usage Scenarios
Edge banding devices are commonly used in:
- Furniture Manufacturing: Kitchen cabinets, tables, chairs, desks, and other furniture components.
- Cabinetry Shops: Applying edge banding to cabinet doors, drawer fronts, and side panels.
- Woodworking Shops: Finishing projects requiring a professional, seamless edge.
- Interior Design & Construction: Custom built-ins and architectural elements.
Common Types
Edge banding devices are categorized by their level of automation and features:
- Manual Edge Banders: Require the operator to manually feed the substrate and banding material, apply heat, and trim the excess banding. Suitable for small-volume production or DIY projects.
- Portable Edge Banders: Smaller, more mobile units ideal for on-site applications or limited space. Often semi-automatic.
- Semi-Automatic Edge Banders: Automate some processes, such as feeding the substrate, but still require manual trimming and finishing.
- Automatic Edge Banders: Fully automated machines that handle all stages of the edge banding process, including feeding, trimming, corner rounding, buffing, and polishing. Suitable for high-volume production.
- Return Panel Edge Banders: Specialized machines designed for edge banding both the face and return panels of cabinet doors simultaneously.
Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant to “edge banding device”:
- 8479899560: Machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof: Other machines and mechanical appliances: Other: Other Automotive maintenance machines. This code covers a broad category of machines not specifically listed elsewhere, potentially including devices used for automotive maintenance, which could encompass edge banding if applied in that context. The total tax rate is 32.5% (Base tariff: 2.5%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%).
- 8479899599: Machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof: Other machines and mechanical appliances: Other: Other Other. This is a very general category for machines not elsewhere specified. The total tax rate is 57.5% (Base tariff: 2.5%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%, Steel/Aluminum additional tariff: 25%).
- 3926906090: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Belting and belts, for machinery: Other Other. If the edge banding device utilizes belts as a core component, this HS code may be applicable. The total tax rate is 59.2% (Base tariff: 4.2%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%).
Regarding HS code 8479899599, please note that an additional tariff of 25% applies to products made of steel or aluminum.