Import duty on Drawing, marking-out, mathematical calculating instruments (drafting machines, protractors, drawing sets etc); instruments for measuring length (e.g. measuring rods, tapes, micrometers, callipers) n.e.c. (HS 9017)

Heading 9017 covers 5 tariff lines in LoadLoom's table; 2 of them clear duty-free under USMCA for goods made in Canada, the US or Mexico. Published US and Canadian rates below, verified October 2026. Pick the line that matches your goods for the worked example and border steps.

HS code	Goods	US duty	Canada duty	USMCA
9017.10	Drafting tables and machines; whether or not automatic	Free	8.5%	Not eligible
9017.20	Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments	3.9%	2.5%	Not eligible
9017.30	Mathematical equipment; micrometers, callipers and gauges	5.8%	4%	Not eligible
9017.80	Mathematical instruments and equipment; n.e.c. in heading no. 9017	5.3%	6.5%	Free with certificate
9017.90	Drawing, marking-out equipment and mathematical instruments; parts and accessories	specific or compound rate	Free	Free with certificate

This page is a free reference for shippers, not a customs ruling. Final classification and duty are determined by the licensed customs broker at entry, and government amounts are always billed at actual. Rates change with each tariff edition and trade action.

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