Quill Letter Opener
An elegant desk accessory made from a carved porcupine quill mounted on a bone base, used to open envelopes. Falls under HTS 9601.90.60.00 as a worked article of quill and bone combination, a specified animal carving material. The quill is polished and shaped without metal parts.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fitted with metal blade
Paper knives with added steel edges are cutlery under Chapter 82, excluding bone/quill parts.
If plastic predominates over quill
Plastic articles with minor quill inlay fall under Chapter 39 other goods.
If vegetable fiber basket-like structure
Similar plaiting materials shift if not purely animal carving.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document quill source as non-CITES porcupine to expedite clearance; include magnification photos
• Classify as combination material if quill exceeds 30% volume
• Avoid Chapter 82 if no cutting edge; paper knives there require metal blades
Related Products under HTS 9601.90.60.00
Bone Napkin Rings
Polished rings carved from sheep bone to hold cloth napkins at dining tables. Under HTS 9601.90.60.00 as worked bone articles for household use, separate from metal parts or furniture. Sold in sets of four with engraved patterns.
Horn Button Blanks
Rough-cut discs from cow horn prepared for sewing onto clothing. HTS 9601.90.60.00 covers these as worked horn articles before final drilling, distinct from finished apparel trims. Sold in bulk for garment manufacturers.
Bone Picture Frame
Ornate frame for photographs, inlaid with carved bone segments on wood core. Primarily bone-worked under HTS 9601.90.60.00, but wood chief if over 60%. Decorative for home walls.
Hoof Keychain
Polished horse hoof slice engraved as key fob. HTS 9601.90.60.00 for worked hoof article, not keyrings if hoof predominant.
Antler Candle Holder
Carved deer antler base with socket for pillar candles. HTS 9601.90.60.00 as antler (horn-like) worked article, excluded from Chapter 94 luminaires.
Bone Bookmark
Thin, laser-etched beef bone strip for marking pages. Worked bone under HTS 9601.90.60.00.