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Expo Dry Erase Marker Chisel Tip Low Odor

Chisel-tip dry erase markers with porous felt tips for whiteboards, erasable without ghosting. Classified under HTS 9608.20.00.00 due to the porous-tipped mechanism.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4%+20.0%24%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4%+10.0%14%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4%+10.0%14%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9608.99Lower: 12.5% vs 24%

If caps, clips, or replacement tips sold separately

Parts of pens and markers (not 9609) fall under the residual 9608 subheading.

3215.19Lower: 14.3% vs 24%

If dry erase ink sold in bulk without applicator

Ink without porous tip classifies as writing/ drawing ink.

9403.20.00Higher: 37.5% vs 24%

If part of a complete whiteboard furniture set

Chapter 96 excludes Chapter 94 furniture articles.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Test for low-VOC inks to meet school and office import standards

β€’ Classify complete markers only; eraser caps may be parts under 9608.99

β€’ Include whiteboard compatibility statements in invoices