Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Point Black
A classic felt-tipped permanent marker with a fine point tip, designed for writing on various surfaces like paper, plastic, and metal. It uses a porous fiber tip that distributes ink evenly, classifying it under HTS 9608.20.00.00 as a felt-tipped or porous-tipped marker.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If equipped with a ballpoint tip instead of felt/porous
Ballpoint pens use a rolling ball mechanism for ink distribution, falling under the separate ballpoint subheading.
If designed and marketed primarily as a toy for children
Chapter 96 excludes articles of Chapter 95; toy markers intended for play rather than writing classify as toys.
If imported as printing ink without a writing tip or holder
Bulk ink for markers without the pen body is classified as ink, not a complete writing instrument.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify ink composition and tip material to confirm porous-tipped classification; non-porous tips may shift to ballpoint pens under 9608.10
• Include detailed product specs and samples in documentation to avoid misclassification as toys if marketed for children (Chapter 95)
• Label country of origin clearly, as markers often face anti-dumping duties from specific origins like China
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Pilot Fineliner Porous Point Pen 0.7mm Black
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Tombow Dual Brush Pen Soft Tip Set
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Mr. Sketch Scented Markers Chisel Tip
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