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HS 8471.30Low

Portable digital data processing machines (laptops), weight ≤ 10 kg

Chapter 84 — Machinery and mechanical appliances|Broad tariff
Current tariff rate
25%
Prior rate
0% (CUSMA)
Canadian export value
$180M
CUSMA eligible
Yes (RVC 75%)
TARIFF DETAILS
Effective date
2025-03-04
Tariff type
Broad tariff
CUSMA INFORMATION
Eligibility
Eligible
RVC threshold
75%
SECTOR IMPACT

Distribution and configuration centres may relocate to US side of border. Limited manufacturing impact.

NOTES

Limited Canadian computer manufacturing. Most exports are re-exports of configured systems from distribution centres near the border.

MITIGATION STRATEGIES

Actionable options for affected Canadian exporters

  1. 1

    Customs reclassification review

  2. 2

    FTZ utilization

  3. 3

    Supply chain restructuring

INDUSTRIES AFFECTED BY THIS TARIFF

Canadian industries exposed to HS 8471.30 tariff changes

AI & Machine LearningLow
Technology·14/100 impact
RELATED TARIFF CODES
8473.30Moderate

Parts and accessories for computing machines

25%Moderate
8517.62Moderate

Machines for reception, conversion and transmission of data (routers, switches)

25%Moderate

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