10 newer rulings cite the same tariff codes.
Classification can shift over time. Review the more recent rulings below before relying on this one.
The tariff classification of novelty pencils from China
Issued July 2, 1996 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Cite this ruling
Copies to clipboardA8 A84784 (July 2, 1996)
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9609.10.0000, 9503.90.0030
Product description
The merchandise consists of two styles of pencils topped with small, removable and functional toys. One pencil features an Etch A Sketch, a toy used by children to draw lines on a screen. The other pencil has a fortunetelling eight ball that displays different messages when it is moved.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the pencils and toy toppers imported in assembled condition or for the pencils imported alone will be 9609.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for pencils and crayons, with leads encased in a rigid sheath. The applicable subheading for the toy toppers imported alone will be 9503.90.0030, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other toys (except models), not having a spring mechanism.
Full text
NY A84784 July 2, 1996 CLA-2-96:RR:NC:GI:113 A84784 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9609.10.0000; 9503.90.0030 Ms. Joyce Thompson Worldwide Express, Inc. 2000 North Loop, Suite 203 Lester, PA 19113 RE: The tariff classification of novelty pencils from China Dear Ms. Thompson: In your letter dated June 13, 1996, on behalf of Basic Fun, Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling. The merchandise consists of two styles of pencils topped with small, removable and functional toys. One pencil features an Etch A Sketch, a toy used by children to draw lines on a screen. The other pencil has a fortunetelling eight ball that displays different messages when it is moved. The applicable subheading for the pencils and toy toppers imported in assembled condition or for the pencils imported alone will be 9609.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for pencils and crayons, with leads encased in a rigid sheath. The rate of duty will be 14 cents per gross plus 4.3 percent ad valorem. The applicable subheading for the toy toppers imported alone will be 9503.90.0030, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other toys (except models), not having a spring mechanism. The rate of duty will be free. Cased pencils from China may be subject to anti-dumping duties. Before you import, we recommend that you contact the International Trade Commission at: Office of Antidumping Investigations Import Administration International Trade Administration U.S. Department of Commerce 14th Street and Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20230 This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist James Smyth at 212-466-2084. Sincerely, Roger J. Silvestri Director National Commodity Specialist Division
More rulings on the same tariff codes
The tariff classification, country of origin, and marking of colored pencils
The tariff classification of school supply kits from China
The tariff classification of crayons encased insde plastic grip wheels from China
Affirmation of NY N312428; tariff classification of a coin purse and school supplies from China
The tariff classification of Valentine’s Day cards with pencils from China
The tariff classification of Valentine cards with toys and novelties from China
The tariff classification of four Art Sets from China
The tariff classification of plastic portable water pet bowls and pencils from China with logos added in Mexico
The tariff classification of a biofiber pencil from China
The tariff classification of pencil box school kits from China
Follow A84784
Get an email if this ruling is revoked or modified, or a newer ruling supersedes it.
One email per day at most. Confirm your address once, unsubscribe anytime.
Searching CBP rulings the smart way
Rulings are precedent. See which ones apply to your product: TariffLens semantically searches all 200,000+ CBP rulings and builds defensible classifications backed by ruling citations.