Any sample (except samples covered by heading 9811.00.20 or 9811.00.40), valued not over $1 each, or marked, torn, perforated or otherwise treated so that it is unsuitable for sale or for use otherwise than as a sample, to be used in the United States only for soliciting orders for products of foreign countries
Any sample (except samples covered by heading 9811.00.20 or 9811.00.40), valued not over $1 each, or marked, torn, perforated or otherwise treated so that it is unsuitable for sale or for use otherwise than as a sample, to be used in the United States only for soliciting orders for products of foreign countries
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Products classified under HTS 9811.00.60
Perforated Italian Leather Shoe Sample
A single Italian leather dress shoe sample with deliberate perforations making it unsuitable for retail sale. Valued under $1, this sample is used by importers to solicit bulk orders from U.S. retailers for Italian footwear production. It falls under HTS 9811.00.60 as a low-value sample treated to prevent commercial use.
Torn French Silk Scarf Sample
A luxury French silk scarf sample with intentional tears along the edges, rendering it unsuitable for consumer sale. Imported solely to demonstrate quality to U.S. department stores soliciting bulk scarf orders. Qualifies under HTS 9811.00.60 for low-value treated samples.
Marked German Ceramic Tile Sample
A 4x4 inch German ceramic wall tile sample with 'SAMPLE NOT FOR SALE' permanently marked across the face. Used by tile distributors to solicit orders from contractors and designers. Meets HTS 9811.00.60 criteria as a treated sample under $1 value.
Perforated Turkish Carpet Swatch
Hand-knotted Turkish wool carpet sample (12x12 inches) with center perforation making it unsuitable for flooring use. Imported by rug merchants to solicit custom orders from interior designers. Qualifies under HTS 9811.00.60 low-value sample provision.
Stamped Belgian Chocolate Sample
Single Belgian praline chocolate sample stamped 'SAMPLE' and valued at 25¢ each. Used by confectionery importers to solicit orders from gourmet retailers. Treatment prevents retail diversion under HTS 9811.00.60.
Torn Japanese Kimono Fabric Sample
Authentic Japanese kimono silk sample (18x24 inches) with deliberate corner tears. Used by textile designers to solicit custom garment orders. Low-value treated sample qualifies under HTS 9811.00.60.
Marked Swedish Glassware Sample
Orrefors crystal tumbler sample etched 'SAMPLE' on base, valued 75¢. Used by tableware distributors to solicit hotel orders. Treatment ensures compliance with HTS 9811.00.60.
Perforated Indian Sari Sample
Handloomed Indian silk sari sample with center perforation. Imported by ethnic apparel retailers to solicit special order business. Low-value treatment qualifies for HTS 9811.00.60.
Notched Brazilian Coffee Sample
100g Brazilian single-origin coffee sample bag with notched corner, valued 50¢. Used by roasters to solicit wholesale orders. Treatment prevents retail diversion under HTS 9811.00.60.
Stamped Moroccan Leather Bag Sample
Handcrafted Moroccan leather tote sample stamped 'SAMPLE' on interior, valued 98¢. Used by boutique owners to solicit custom orders. Treatment qualifies for HTS 9811.00.60 duty-free entry.
Torn Egyptian Cotton Bedding Sample
Egyptian cotton percale sheet sample (24x24 inches) with edge tears. Used by linen suppliers to solicit hospitality orders. Low-value treatment for HTS 9811.00.60.
Perforated Spanish Tile Sample
Hand-painted Spanish ceramic tile sample (6x6 inches) with diagnostic perforation. Used by architects to solicit custom installation orders. Qualifies under HTS 9811.00.60.
Marked Colombian Coffee Table Sample
Solid mahogany Colombian coffee table sample leg marked 'SAMPLE', valued 85¢. Used by furniture importers to solicit reproduction orders. Treatment for HTS 9811.00.60.
Torn Thai Silk Wall Hanging Sample
Handwoven Thai silk wall tapestry sample (18x24 inches) with intentional tears. Used by interior decorators to solicit custom textile orders. Low-value sample under HTS 9811.00.60.