Educational Felt Board
A framed felt board used for teaching, where flannel graphics or pins are attached to the surface for educational purposes. It qualifies under tariff item 9610.00.00 as a board with a drawing or writing surface, as the felt allows for visual display and organization.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the felt board is marketed as a toy for children and includes play pieces
Toys and games are excluded from Chapter 96 and fall under Chapter 95.
If the felt board is printed with educational graphics and used as a poster
Printed educational materials may be classified as other printed matter if not framed as a board.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the felt board is not part of a toy set, as Chapter 95 exclusions may apply if it is designed primarily for play
• Keep the frame intact and declare it as a board, not a teaching aid, to avoid misclassification
• Have documentation ready showing the board's surface is the primary feature
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