Artist Marker and Fountain Pen Gift Set from China

A premium gift set featuring felt-tipped markers, fountain pens, and pencil holders for artists and writers. Classified under 9608.50.00.00 due to mixing subheadings 9608.20 (porous-tipped markers), 9608.10 (fountain pens), and 9608.40 (holders). Ideal for creative professionals.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Provide ink composition certificates if markers contain special dyes to meet labeling requirements

Confirm set integrity during customs exam; loose items risk separate classification

Use 'gift set' packaging but avoid toy-like designs to steer clear of Chapter 95