HS 9608 — Pens, pencils
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 96 Miscellaneous manufactured articles
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 96
Chapter 96 Miscellaneous manufactured articles
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 9608 covers
Pipes, umbrellas handled, pens, buttons, zippers, works of art of other materials.
Classification notes
This residual chapter covers items not in 94-95; material and function are key.
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Frequently asked questions about HS 9608
What is HS 9608?
Pens, pencils is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 96 (Miscellaneous manufactured articles). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 9608?
Pens, pencils covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 9608 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 9608 products?
This residual chapter covers items not in 94-95; material and function are key.