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Unframed Classroom Slate

A portable, unframed slate board made from natural stone or synthetic material for chalk writing in educational settings. Classified in HTS 9610.00.00.00 as a slate with writing surface, handheld for individual student use. Lacks frame but retains core functionality.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6802.93.00Higher: 38.7% vs 13.5%

If raw worked slate not prepared for writing

Unprocessed mineral slates are under Chapter 68.

9503.00.00Lower: 10% vs 13.5%

If miniature slates marketed as toys

Chapter notes exclude toys from Chapter 96.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide surface hardness specs to distinguish from toy slates

Declare as educational tool to support classification

Avoid child-sized dimensions that trigger Chapter 95 review

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