Silver Tailor's Chalk Stick
Rectangular silver-colored chalk sticks designed for tailors to draw cutting lines on dark fabrics, easily removable by brushing or washing. Falls under HTS 9609.90.4000 as tailors' chalks due to its specialized use in garment construction. Typically made from calcium carbonate with pigments.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shaped as pencils or crayons
Pencil or crayon-form chalks for tailors may classify under the crayons/pencil leads subheading.
If chemically prepared as a powdered marking compound
Prepared chemical preparations for marking, not solid chalk form, go to chemical chapter.
If marketed for beauty or cosmetic line drawing on skin
Chalk-like products for temporary tattoos or body art classify as beauty preparations in Chapter 33.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide usage instructions or photos showing application on fabric to confirm tailors' chalk status
• Avoid generic 'chalk' descriptions; specify colors and tailor's purpose to prevent reclassification
• Bundle in small quantities per package to match retail sewing supply imports
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Tailor's Marking Chalk Triangle
Triangular chalk sticks used by tailors to mark fabric patterns, hems, and alterations with temporary lines that brush off easily. Classified under HTS 9609.90.4000 as tailors' chalks, distinct from writing chalks or pencils in heading 9608. Made from compressed chalk or gypsum powder for precise, non-permanent marking.
White Tailor's Chalk Squares
Square-profile white chalk pieces for tailors to mark seams and pleats on light-colored fabrics, dusted off without residue. HTS 9609.90.4000 covers these as tailors' chalks, separate from school chalks or pastels. Often sold in sets of multiple pieces for professional sewing.
Blue Tailor's Disappearing Chalk
Blue chalk that fades after 2-3 days, ideal for tailors marking temporary guidelines on garments during construction. Specifically classified in HTS 9609.90.4000 as tailors' chalks for its sewing-specific formulation and application. Comes in thin rectangular sticks for precision.
Tailor's Chalk Refill Pack - Multi-Color
Pack of 12 small triangular chalks in white, blue, and yellow for tailors to mark various fabric colors accurately. HTS 9609.90.4000 applies to these tailors' chalks as they are purpose-made for garment fitting and cutting. Compact design snaps easily for dispenser use.
Extra-Fine Tailor's Chalk Pencil
Pencil-shaped tailor's chalk with fine tip for detailed marking on delicate fabrics like silk or chiffon. Though pencil-like, classified under HTS 9609.90.4000 as tailors' chalks per specific subheading, excluding only heading 9608 pencils. Breaks cleanly without crumbling.
Yellow Tailor's Chalk for Dark Wool
Bright yellow chalk sticks optimized for visibility on black wool suiting fabrics, used by tailors for hem and dart marking. HTS 9609.90.4000 designation as tailors' chalks reflects its specialized textile industry application. Highly pigmented for sharp lines.