Patterns and wall charts; globes; mock-ups or visualizations of abstract concepts such as molecular structures or mathematical formulae; materials for programmed instruction; and kits containing printed materials and audio materials or any combination of two or more of the foregoing
Articles determined to be visual or auditory materials in accordance with U.S. note 1 of this subchapter: > Patterns and wall charts; globes; mock-ups or visualizations of abstract concepts such as molecular structures or mathematical formulae; materials for programmed instruction; and kits containing printed materials and audio materials or any combination of two or more of the foregoing
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 9817.00.48.00
3D DNA Molecule Model Kit
A hands-on educational kit featuring a 3D plastic model of a DNA double helix structure, accompanied by printed instruction charts and assembly guide. This visualization of molecular biology concepts qualifies under HTS 9817.00.48.00 as a mock-up of abstract scientific concepts for educational use. The kit enables students to understand base pairing and helical structure through tactile learning.
Interactive Solar System Globe
A 12-inch rotating globe depicting the solar system with printed planetary data charts and audio narration module describing orbital paths. This educational tool visualizes astronomical concepts and qualifies under HTS 9817.00.48.00 as both a globe and auditory teaching material. Perfect for classroom demonstrations of planetary motion.
Molecular Geometry Wall Chart Set
Set of five large-format laminated wall charts illustrating VSEPR theory, hybridization, and molecular shapes with 3D plastic mock-ups of key geometries. Qualifies under HTS 9817.00.48.00 as visual materials representing abstract chemical concepts. Includes teacher’s guide with programmed instruction exercises.
Programmed Calculus Instruction Kit
Self-paced calculus learning kit containing printed workbooks, wall charts of derivative graphs, audio CDs explaining limit concepts, and plastic 3D curve models. Meets HTS 9817.00.48.00 criteria as materials for programmed instruction with visual mathematical representations. Designed for independent student study.
Periodic Table Wall Chart with 3D Elements
Oversized periodic table wall chart with attached 3D plastic models of atomic structures for first 20 elements, including electron configuration diagrams. Qualifies under HTS 9817.00.48.00 as visual chemistry teaching materials with molecular mock-ups. Includes quiz cards for student assessment.
Human Anatomy Torso Model Kit
Dissectible 18-inch torso model with 32 removable organs, printed identification charts, and audio guide describing organ systems. Qualifies under HTS 9817.00.48.00 as educational mock-up with visual and auditory materials. Designed for middle school biology curriculum.
Geometric Solids Demonstration Set
Set of 12 transparent plastic geometric solids with corresponding wall charts showing surface area/volume formulas and audio instruction on spatial relationships. Meets HTS 9817.00.48.00 as visual mathematical mock-ups with programmed materials. Teacher demonstration kit.
Fraction Wall Chart and Manipulatives Kit
Color-coded fraction wall chart with 50 sets of plastic fraction pieces, printed equivalence charts, and audio tutorials on fraction operations. Qualifies under HTS 9817.00.48.00 as visual mathematics teaching materials with programmed instruction. Elementary math essential.
Physics Wave Motion Demonstration Kit
Kit containing ripple tank, wave generator, printed wave interference charts, and audio instruction on wave properties. Qualifies under HTS 9817.00.48.00 as visual physics mock-up with programmed materials. High school physics laboratory essential.
Base Ten Decimal Block Set
Complete base ten set with 1,000 unit cubes, 100 rods, 10 flats, and 1 cube, plus printed place value charts and audio decimal instruction. Meets HTS 9817.00.48.00 as visual mathematics materials with programmed components. Essential for decimal understanding.
Cell Biology Microscope Slide Kit
Prepared microscope slides of plant and animal cells with printed cell structure identification charts and audio narration of cell processes. Qualifies under HTS 9817.00.48.00 as visual biology materials with auditory instruction. Middle school microscopy essential.
Algebra Graphing Wall Chart Set
Set of four graphing wall charts covering linear equations, quadratics, systems of equations, and inequalities with plastic graphing template overlays. Meets HTS 9817.00.48.00 as visual mathematical materials. Includes student practice coordinate grids.
Earth Science Rock Identification Kit
45 rock and mineral specimens with identification wall charts, hardness testing tools, and audio guide to geological classification. Qualifies under HTS 9817.00.48.00 as visual earth science materials with programmed instruction. Classroom geology essential.
Organic Chemistry Model Building Kit
1,200-piece molecular model kit for constructing organic molecules with printed functional group charts and audio instruction on nomenclature. Meets HTS 9817.00.48.00 as chemistry mock-ups with programmed materials. College-level organic chemistry essential.
Weather Patterns Wall Chart and Instruments
Weather station teaching kit with anemometer, hygrometer, barometer, printed weather map charts, and audio instruction on atmospheric patterns. Qualifies under HTS 9817.00.48.00 as visual meteorology materials. Middle school earth science essential.