| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8424899000 | Doc | 56.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8424820090 | Doc | 57.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8479899599 | Doc | 57.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8479899599 | Doc | 57.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8543708000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8543708000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8516909000 | Doc | 58.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8545904000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8545194000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3901909000 | Doc | 61.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3901905501 | Doc | 61.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3914006000 | Doc | 58.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3914002000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Glue Melting Gun
A glue melting gun, also known as a hot glue gun, is a common tool used for bonding materials through the use of heated thermoplastic adhesive.
Material:
- Housing: Typically constructed from plastic or a combination of plastic and metal for insulation and durability.
- Heating Element: An electrical resistance heater, often a ceramic element, generates the heat required to melt the glue stick.
- Glue Sticks: Composed of thermoplastic polymers, primarily Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA), Polyolefin, or Polyamide. Different formulations exist for varying bonding strengths, temperature resistance, and flexibility.
- Nozzle: Usually metal, designed to control the flow of the molten adhesive.
Purpose:
The primary purpose of a glue melting gun is to create a strong, relatively fast bond between a wide variety of materials. It's favored for its versatility and ease of use in crafts, DIY projects, repairs, and light industrial applications.
Function:
The gun operates by inserting a solid glue stick into a chamber. An electrical current heats the heating element, melting the glue. A trigger mechanism controls the flow of the molten glue through the nozzle. As the glue cools, it solidifies, forming a bond.
Usage Scenarios:
- Crafts: Widely used in scrapbooking, floral arrangements, jewelry making, and general artistic projects.
- DIY Repairs: Effective for repairing broken items, attaching decorations, and securing loose parts.
- Woodworking: Used for quick assembly and gap filling.
- Upholstery: Applying fabric, foam, and other materials to furniture.
- Electronics: Securing wires and components (with appropriate low-temperature glue).
- Packaging: Sealing boxes and securing items for shipping.
Common Types:
- Low-Temperature Glue Guns: Operate at lower temperatures (typically around 230°F / 110°C). Suitable for heat-sensitive materials like fabric, paper, and foam.
- High-Temperature Glue Guns: Operate at higher temperatures (typically around 380°F / 193°C). Provide a stronger bond and are suitable for more durable materials like wood, plastic, and metal.
- Dual-Temperature Glue Guns: Offer the flexibility of both low and high-temperature settings.
- Cordless Glue Guns: Powered by rechargeable batteries, providing greater portability.
- Industrial Glue Guns: Heavy-duty models designed for high-volume applications, often featuring adjustable temperature controls and larger glue stick capacities.
- Mini Glue Guns: Compact and lightweight, ideal for small projects and detailed work.
- Precision Glue Guns: Feature a fine nozzle for accurate glue application.
The declared goods are a glue melting gun, a device used to apply hot adhesive. It functions by heating solid adhesive material to a liquid state for bonding purposes, primarily in domestic or light industrial applications.
The following HS codes are relevant based on the provided reference material:
- 8543708000: Electrical machines and apparatus, having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof: Other machines and apparatus: Other: Microwave amplifiers. While this code lists microwave amplifiers, the description includes “Other machines and apparatus,” which could potentially encompass a glue melting gun due to its electrical operation. The total tax rate is 55.0% (0.0% basic tariff, 25.0% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff after 2025.4.2).
- 8543708000: Electrical machines and apparatus, having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof: Other machines and apparatus: Other: For electrical nerve stimulation (A glue melting gun uses heat, which could be considered a form of electrical energy, and could potentially be used for nerve stimulation, though this is not its primary function. This is the closest match available within the reference.) The total tax rate is 55.0% (0.0% basic tariff, 25.0% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff after 2025.4.2).
- 8516909000: Electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus and soil heating apparatus; electrothermic hairdressing apparatus (for example, hair dryers, hair curlers, curling tong heaters) and hand dryers; electric flatirons; other electrothermic appliances of a kind used for domestic purposes; electric heating resistors, other than those of heading 8545; parts thereof: Parts: Other. This code includes “other electrothermic appliances of a kind used for domestic purposes,” which could apply to a glue melting gun. The total tax rate is 58.9% (3.9% basic tariff, 25.0% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff after 2025.4.2).
Regarding HS code 8543708000, it is important to note the description includes a specific example of “For electrical nerve stimulation,” which is not the primary function of a glue melting gun. However, the broader category of “Other machines and apparatus” may be applicable.
Regarding HS code 8516909000, the classification relies on the appliance being considered an “electrothermic appliance of a kind used for domestic purposes.”