HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3926100000 | Doc | 35.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
9608100000 | Doc | 0.8¢ each + 5.4%+37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
9608994000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
9608910000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
9608500000 | Doc | The rate applicable to each article in the absence of this subhe+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |




Here is the structured classification and tariff information for marker pens and related products, based on the provided HS codes and tax details:
✅ HS CODE: 3926100000 – Marker Pen (Plastic)
- Description: Plastic marker pens
- Base Tariff Rate: 5.3%
- Additional Tariff: 0.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 35.3%
- Notes:
- This is the most common HS code for general-use plastic marker pens.
- Be sure to confirm the product is not classified under a more specific code (e.g., 9608100000 for specific types of marker pens).
✅ HS CODE: 9608100000 – Marker Pen (Writing Instruments)
- Description: Writing instruments, such as marker pens
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.8¢ per unit + 5.4%
- Additional Tariff: 7.5%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 0.8¢ each + 5.4% + 7.5% + 30.0% = 42.9%
- Notes:
- This code applies to specific types of marker pens.
- The 0.8¢ per unit is a fixed fee, which may vary by region or policy.
- Confirm the product is not a "set" or "kit" (see 9608500000).
✅ HS CODE: 9608994000 – Marker Pen Tip (Other)
- Description: Other marker pen tips
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 7.5%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 37.5%
- Notes:
- This code applies to marker pen tips that are not specifically classified elsewhere.
- Ensure the product is not a complete marker pen (use 3926100000 or 9608100000 instead).
✅ HS CODE: 9608910000 – Marker Pen Tip (Other)
- Description: Other marker pen tips
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 7.5%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 37.5%
- Notes:
- This is a more specific code for certain types of marker pen tips.
- Confirm the product is not a complete marker pen or part of a set.
✅ HS CODE: 9608500000 – Marker Pen Set
- Description: Sets of marker pens
- Base Tariff Rate: The rate applicable to each article in the absence of this subheading
- Additional Tariff: 0.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: Depends on the base rate of individual items + 30.0%
- Notes:
- This code applies to sets of marker pens.
- The base rate is determined by the classification of the individual items in the set.
- Ensure the set is not classified under a more specific code (e.g., 9608100000).
📌 Proactive Advice for Importers:
- Verify the product type: Is it a single marker pen, a set, or just the tip? This will determine the correct HS code.
- Check the unit price: Some codes (e.g., 9608100000) include a fixed fee per unit.
- Confirm the material: Plastic, metal, or other materials may affect classification.
- Review certifications: Some marker pens may require safety certifications (e.g., non-toxic, child-safe).
- Monitor policy updates: The 30% special tariff applies after April 11, 2025 — ensure compliance with the latest regulations.
Let me know if you need help determining the correct HS code for a specific product. Here is the structured classification and tariff information for marker pens and related products, based on the provided HS codes and tax details:
✅ HS CODE: 3926100000 – Marker Pen (Plastic)
- Description: Plastic marker pens
- Base Tariff Rate: 5.3%
- Additional Tariff: 0.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 35.3%
- Notes:
- This is the most common HS code for general-use plastic marker pens.
- Be sure to confirm the product is not classified under a more specific code (e.g., 9608100000 for specific types of marker pens).
✅ HS CODE: 9608100000 – Marker Pen (Writing Instruments)
- Description: Writing instruments, such as marker pens
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.8¢ per unit + 5.4%
- Additional Tariff: 7.5%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 0.8¢ each + 5.4% + 7.5% + 30.0% = 42.9%
- Notes:
- This code applies to specific types of marker pens.
- The 0.8¢ per unit is a fixed fee, which may vary by region or policy.
- Confirm the product is not a "set" or "kit" (see 9608500000).
✅ HS CODE: 9608994000 – Marker Pen Tip (Other)
- Description: Other marker pen tips
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 7.5%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 37.5%
- Notes:
- This code applies to marker pen tips that are not specifically classified elsewhere.
- Ensure the product is not a complete marker pen (use 3926100000 or 9608100000 instead).
✅ HS CODE: 9608910000 – Marker Pen Tip (Other)
- Description: Other marker pen tips
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 7.5%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 37.5%
- Notes:
- This is a more specific code for certain types of marker pen tips.
- Confirm the product is not a complete marker pen or part of a set.
✅ HS CODE: 9608500000 – Marker Pen Set
- Description: Sets of marker pens
- Base Tariff Rate: The rate applicable to each article in the absence of this subheading
- Additional Tariff: 0.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: Depends on the base rate of individual items + 30.0%
- Notes:
- This code applies to sets of marker pens.
- The base rate is determined by the classification of the individual items in the set.
- Ensure the set is not classified under a more specific code (e.g., 9608100000).
📌 Proactive Advice for Importers:
- Verify the product type: Is it a single marker pen, a set, or just the tip? This will determine the correct HS code.
- Check the unit price: Some codes (e.g., 9608100000) include a fixed fee per unit.
- Confirm the material: Plastic, metal, or other materials may affect classification.
- Review certifications: Some marker pens may require safety certifications (e.g., non-toxic, child-safe).
- Monitor policy updates: The 30% special tariff applies after April 11, 2025 — ensure compliance with the latest regulations.
Let me know if you need help determining the correct HS code for a specific product.
Customer Reviews
The page had a lot of good info, but I wish the tariff rates were more clearly explained for each HS code. Still, it was better than nothing.
I was looking for the right HS code for a marker pen set and found 9608500000. The note about checking the base rate of individual items was really useful.
The information on HS Code 9608100000 was great, especially the 0.8¢ per unit fee. I wasn’t sure about the extra charges, but this page made it clear.
Clear details on HS Code 3926100000 for plastic marker pens. The breakdown of the 35.3% tariff rate was very helpful for my export planning.