HS Chapter 96 — Miscellaneous manufactured articles
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
Chapter number
Section
Section name
Typical duty
By subheading & market
HS headings
4-digit headings
What Chapter 96 covers
Pipes, umbrellas handled, pens, buttons, zippers, works of art of other materials.
Common HS headings in Chapter 96
- 9603 Pipes, brooms
- 9608 Pens, pencils
- 9609 Pencils, crayons
Classification notes
This residual chapter covers items not in 94-95; material and function are key.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 96
What Chapter 96 covers
Pipes, umbrellas handled, pens, buttons, zippers, works of art of other materials.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 96?
Common HS headings in Chapter 96 include: 9603 Pipes, brooms; 9608 Pens, pencils; 9609 Pencils, crayons.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 96 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS 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 Chapter 96 products?
This residual chapter covers items not in 94-95; material and function are key.