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9608.30.00.31 - India ink drawing pens 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of QuantityNo.
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)0.4¢ each + 2.7%
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E, IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA, PE,S,SG)
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Column 2 Rate of Duty6¢ each + 40%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS category specifically covers India ink drawing pens. These are pens designed for use with India ink, often featuring specialized nibs or reservoirs to accommodate the viscosity and flow characteristics of this particular type of ink. They are primarily intended for technical drawing, artistic rendering, and calligraphy where precise lines and consistent ink delivery are essential.

This category distinguishes itself from its sibling, 9608.30.00.39 ("Other"), which encompasses drawing pens that do not specifically utilize India ink. While both are drawing pens, the critical differentiator here is the intended ink medium.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus remains on the precise identification of drawing pens designed for India ink, distinguishing them from other types of drawing instruments or pens that might utilize different ink formulations. Classification within this code hinges on the pen's design and intended application for India ink.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 9608.30.00.31?
HTS code 9608.30.00.31 covers India ink drawing pens under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles.
›What products are classified under 9608.30.00.31?
This classification covers India ink drawing pens. It is a subcategory of Fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens (9608.30.00).
›What is the import duty rate for 9608.30.00.31?
The general rate of duty for HTS 9608.30.00.31 is 0.4¢ each + 2.7%. Special preferential rates may apply: Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E, IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA, PE,S,SG). The Column 2 rate is 6¢ each + 40%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 9608.30.00.31?
Imports under HTS 9608.30.00.31 are measured in No..
›Are there special tariff programs for 9608.30.00.31?
Yes, preferential rates may apply under programs including: Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) (duty-free treatment)., Australia Special Rate, Bahrain Special Rate, Chile Special Rate, Colombia Special Rate. And 12 more programs.
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