HTS heading 9612: Typewriter or similar ribbons, inked or otherwise prepared for giving impressions, whether or not on spools or in cartridges; ink pads, whether or not inked, wi
Heading 9612 of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule covers Typewriter or similar ribbons, inked or otherwise prepared for giving impressions, whether or not on spools or in cartridges; ink pads, whether or not inked, with or without boxes. Below: every rated tariff line in it with its general duty rate, Section 301 China status and exclusions, then a page per line with a free duty calculator.
Heading 9612 at a glance
- 3 rated tariff lines; 1 duty-free at the general (MFN) rate.
- Ad valorem general rates from 3.5% to 7.9%.
- Section 301 (products of China): 3 of 3 lines on a list in effect (List 4A).
Goods named in this heading (official line texts): Measuring less than 30 mm in width, permanently put up in plastic or metal cartridges (whether…, Ink pads.
Subheadings (6-digit)
- 9612.10: Ribbons (2 lines)
- 9612.20: Typewriter or similar ribbons, inked or otherwise prepared for giving impression…: Ink pads (1 line)
All tariff lines in heading 9612
| Line | Description | General | Section 301 (China) | Exclusions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9612.10.10 | Measuring less than 30 mm in width, permanently put up in plastic or metal cartridges (whether… | Free | List 4A +7.5% | |
| 9612.10.90 | Ribbons: Other | 7.9% | List 4A +7.5% | |
| 9612.20.00 | Typewriter or similar ribbons, inked or otherwise prepared for giving impression…: Ink pads | 3.5% | List 4A +7.5% |
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General information from the official US Harmonized Tariff Schedule (USITC) and USTR Section 301 notices in HTS Chapter 99; not legal or customs advice. Classification is decided by CBP; confirm with a licensed customs broker or a CBP binding ruling.
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