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Slate and Stylus Braille Writing Tablet from Germany

Traditional slate and stylus is a portable Braille writing tool consisting of a metal or plastic frame with hinged slate and pointed stylus for embossing Braille on paper. Used exclusively by blind persons for note-taking without electricity. Classified under HTS 9817.00.94 as Braille tablets for the blind.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Emphasize portability and non-electric nature distinguishing from general writing instruments

• Provide photos and specifications showing Braille cell alignment for 6-dot system

• Include Braille instruction manuals as proof of exclusive use by blind persons