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Felt-Tipped Marker Cap from Japan

Protective plastic cap for felt-tipped and porous-tipped markers under subheading 9608.10. Excluded are balls for ballpoint pens; this part prevents drying of the tip.

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

• Specify material and exact fit for porous-tipped markers in import docs

• Bulk shipments require invoices listing part numbers tied to 9608.10 products

• Ensure caps aren't imported with complete markers to avoid duty shifts