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Staedtler Lumocolor Permanent Marker Fine Point from Japan

Lumocolor fine-point permanent markers with porous tips for OHP transparencies and CDs. OHP-compatible porous tip places it in HTS 9608.20.00.00.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Highlight non-smear properties for technical validation

• Avoid generic 'marker' descriptions; specify porous tip

• EU origin may qualify for preferential tariffs