Base tariff columnsBase tariff columns
Column rates from the USITC HTS export. The column that applies depends on origin and trade-program eligibility.
| General (MFN) | Free |
|---|---|
| Special | — |
| Other (Column 2) | — |
Official source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Duty at entry is determined by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). AD/CVD and product-specific exclusions are not evaluated by default.
Chapter 99 overlaysChapter 99 overlays
No Chapter 99 overlays are currently linked to this HS code.
Sample duty by originSample duty by origin
Illustrative calculation at USD 10,000 customs value, standard (non-preferential) claim. Chapter 99 additional duties applied where status is active.
| Origin | Base rate | Chapter 99 | Total rate | Duty (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China (CN) | 0% | 0% | 0% | $0.00 |
| Vietnam (VN) | 0% | 0% | 0% | $0.00 |
| Mexico (MX) | 0% | 0% | 0% | $0.00 |
| India (IN) | 0% | 0% | 0% | $0.00 |
| South Korea (KR) | 0% | 0% | 0% | $0.00 |
§ RELATED ENTRIESAll subheadings under HTS 9608
Direct children of HTS heading 9608. Drill in to see actual column rates.
- 9608.10.00.00Ball point pens
- 9608.20.00.00Felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers
- 9608.30.00Fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens
- 9608.40Propelling or sliding pencils (for example, mechanical pencils):
- 9608.50.00.00Sets of articles from two or more of the subheadings 9608.10, 9608.20, 9608.30 or 9608.40
- 9608.60.00.00Refills for ball point pens, comprising the ball point and ink reservoir
§ FAQFrequently asked questions
- What is the US import duty for HTS 9608?
- HTS 9608 (Ball point pens; felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers; fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens; duplicating styli; propelling or sliding pencils (for example, mechanical pencils); pen-holders, pencil-holders and similar holders; parts (including caps and clips) of the foregoing articles, other than those of heading 9609:) has a general (MFN) column rate of Free/—. No Chapter 99 overlays are currently linked to this line. Final duty is determined by CBP at entry.
- Does Section 301 or IEEPA tariff apply to HTS 9608?
- No Chapter 99 overlay is linked to this line in our current snapshot. That means no Section 301, IEEPA, or reciprocal additional duty is mechanically attached. Always double-check against the latest Federal Register for proclamations that may not yet be reflected in the HTS export.
- How do I compare duty from different countries for HTS 9608?
- Use the origin compare view to evaluate this HS code against alternative countries. The calculator applies each country-specific Chapter 99 overlay and the appropriate column rate.
- Is this the binding duty determination?
- No. This page is a reference built on USITC + Federal Register open data. The binding classification and duty amount is determined by CBP at entry. AD/CVD and product-specific exclusions require separate review.