Office Supplies (HS Code 5806393080)
CN → US| HS Code | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4819600000 | 35.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 4819503000 | 35.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 9609100000 | 0.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 9609908000 | 17.5% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 4820104000 | 35.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 4820900000 | 35.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 9608996000 | 17.5% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 9608500000 | 0.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
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🏢 Office Supplies (Generic Stationery & Paper Products)
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📌 ⚠️ CRITICAL DISCREPANCY ALERT: Input HS Code vs. Provided Data
The user input provides HS Code 5806.39.30.80, but the provided <DATA> contains no entries for HS Code 5806. Instead, the data contains entries for:
- 4819.60.00.00 (Box files, letter trays, storage boxes)
- 4819.50.30.00 (Record sleeves)
- 9608.99.60.00 & 9608.50.00.00 (Pen/pencil parts and sets)
- 9609.10.00.00 & 9609.90.80.00 (Pencils, crayons, pastels)
- 4820.10.40.00 & 4820.90.00.00 (Notebooks, registers, binders)
Note: HS Code 5806 generally refers to "Woven fabrics of textile fibers, narrow fabrics." This is NOT standard office stationery. The provided <DATA> relates to Chapter 48 (Paper) and Chapter 96 (Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles).
Therefore, the following analysis strictly follows the provided <DATA> to explain why specific office supplies are classified under the listed HS Codes, ignoring the erroneous input 5806.39.30.80 which is not in the data.
📦 一、HS Code 分类明细（基于提供的 ）
The following classification explains why specific "Office Supplies" fall under the HS Codes in <DATA>. These are primarily paper-based packaging and writing instruments, not woven fabrics (5806).
1. 📂 Storage & Organization: Paper Boxes & Files
| HS Code | Product Description | Why This Classification? |
|---|---|---|
4819.60.00.00 |
Box files, letter trays, storage boxes (of paper/paperboard) | These are rigid or semi-rigid containers made of paper/paperboard, used in offices/shops for storing documents. They are distinct from simple packing boxes because they are designed for repeated use (files/trays). |
4819.50.30.00 |
Record sleeves | Specifically for holding records, albums, or samples. Classified under "Other packing containers" but specified for sleeves. |
2. ✏️ Writing Instruments: Pens, Pencils & Sets
| HS Code | Product Description | Why This Classification? |
|---|---|---|
9608.99.60.00 |
Parts of pens/pencils (e.g., caps, clips) | These are components, not the writing instrument itself. Classified under "Other parts" of heading 9608. |
9608.50.00.00 |
Sets of articles (pens, pencils, markers combined) | If the product is a gift set containing two or more types of writing instruments (e.g., a ballpoint pen + a pencil), it falls under this specific subheading for "sets." |
9609.10.00.00 |
Pencils/Crayons with leads encased in a sheath | Mechanical pencils, colored pencils, or crayons where the graphite/color core is inside a wooden or plastic barrel. |
9609.90.80.00 |
Other pencils/crayons/pastels | Items like charcoal sticks, drawing chalks, or tailors' chalks that do not have a sheathed lead. |
3. 📓 Notebooks & Registers
| HS Code | Product Description | Why This Classification? |
|---|---|---|
4820.10.40.00 |
Registers, account books, notebooks, diaries | Specifically for bound or loose-leaf books used for recording data. |
4820.90.00.00 |
Other stationery articles (e.g., binders, folders, albums) | Items like blank journals, sample albums, or non-register binders that don't fit the specific "register/account book" definition. |
💰 二、2026年最新关税税率详解（基于 ）
✅ Applicable Country: United States (US)
✅ Origin: China (CN)
✅ Effective Time: 2025/2026 (Based on "Latest Tariff" context in prompt)
🎯 1. Paper Products (Boxes, Files, Notebooks)
HS Codes: 4819.60.00.00, 4819.50.30.00, 4820.10.40.00, 4820.90.00.00
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Basic Tariff | 0.0% |
| Additional Tariff | 25.0% |
| Total Tax Rate | 25.0% |
| Tax Detail | 基础关税: 0.0%, 加征关税: 25.0% |
📌 Explanation:
- Paper-based storage items and notebooks face a flat 25% surcharge on top of the 0% base. - This includes box files, record sleeves, and binders.
🎯 2. Pens, Pencils & Accessories
HS Codes: 9608.99.60.00, 9608.50.00.00, 9609.10.00.00, 9609.90.80.00
| HS Code | Basic Tariff | Additional Tariff | Total Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
9608.99.60.00 (Pen Parts) |
0.0% | 7.5% | 7.5% |
9608.50.00.00 (Pen Sets) |
Varies per article | 7.5% | Rate per Article + 7.5% |
9609.10.00.00 (Sheathed Pencils) |
14¢/gross + 4.3% | 7.5% | 14¢/gross + 11.8% |
9609.90.80.00 (Other Pencils) |
0.0% | 7.5% | 7.5% |
📌 Explanation:
- Most writing instruments and parts have a lower surcharge of 7.5% compared to paper storage items (25%). - Special Note for9609.10.00.00: This has a compound tariff (specific + ad valorem). You pay 14 cents per gross PLUS 11.8% of the value.
🛠️ 三、清关实操建议（基于 的避坑指南）
✅ 1. 正确申报 HS Code 的关键区分
| 产品形态 | 正确 HS Code | 错误申报风险 |
|---|---|---|
| 带盖子的笔盒/收纳盒 (Paper/Cardboard) | 4819.60.00.00 (25%) |
误报为 3923 (Plastic) 或 4823 (Other paper) → 可能导致归类争议 |
| Record Sleeves (For vinyl/albums) | 4819.50.30.00 (25%) |
误报为 4819.10 (Cartons) → 税率可能不同，且描述不符 |
| 单支铅笔/圆珠笔 | 9609.10.00.00 或 9608.10/20/30/40 |
误报为 9608.99 (Parts) → 税率从 7.5% 变错，或无法申报 |
| 文具套装 (Pen + Pencil in box) | 9608.50.00.00 (7.5% + base) |
误报为单独物品 → 若拆开申报，可能丧失套装优惠或导致重复计算 |
✅ 2. 特殊税则注意
-
Compound Tariff (
9609.10.00.00):
For pencils with leads encased in a sheath (e.g., mechanical pencils, colored pencils), the tax is not just a percentage. It includes a fixed fee of 14 cents per gross (144 units) + 4.3%, plus the 7.5% surcharge.
👉 Action: Ensure your invoice clearly states the quantity in Gross and the unit price to calculate this correctly. -
Sets (
9608.50.00.00):
The total tax is "The rate applicable to each article in the absence of this subheading + 7.5%".
👉 Action: If your set contains an item with a high base rate, the 7.5% surcharge applies to the total value, not per item. Calculate carefully.
✅ 3. 清关材料准备
| 材料 | 必须提供 | 说明 |
|---|---|---|
| 产品照片 | ✔️ | Clear images of packaging (for 4819) and writing tips (for 9609). |
| 材质说明 | ✔️ | Confirm "Paper/Paperboard" for 4819/4820 items. Do not claim "Plastic" for paper boxes. |
| Composition | ✔️ | For 9608.50.00.00 (Sets), list each item separately in the invoice to prove it is a "set." |
| Invoice | ✔️ | Must match HS Code descriptions exactly (e.g., "Letter Trays" not just "Boxes"). |
🌍 四、常见错误 & 避坑指南
❌ 错误1: 将 纸盒 (4819) 误报为 塑料盒 (3923)
👉 后果: 税率可能变化，且海关可能要求重新归类，导致延误。
❌ 错误2: 将 铅笔套 (9609.10) 误报为 普通铅笔 (9609.90)
👉 后果: 9609.10 有 14¢/gross 的固定税，若误报为 9609.90 (0% base + 7.5%), 可能少报税被补征 + 罚款。
❌ 错误3: 忽略 25% 加征关税 对纸制品的影响
👉 后果: 利润核算错误。纸类办公耗材税率高达 25%，远高于笔类 (7.5%)。
🎯 五、结语
🎯 核心口诀:
🔹 "纸盒文件25%，笔类零件7.5%！
🔹 "铅笔带鞘有固定税，套装记得加7.5%！
🔹 **"5806不是文具，HS代码要对号！"
📌 Final Advice:
Since the input 5806.39.30.80 is not in the provided data and likely incorrect for standard office supplies (it refers to narrow woven fabrics), do not use it for customs clearance based on this data. Use the HS Codes listed above (4819, 4820, 9608, 9609) that match your actual product type.
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About HS Code Classification
The Harmonized System (HS) is an internationally standardized nomenclature developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO) to classify traded products. Over 200 countries use the HS system as the basis for customs tariffs, trade statistics, and import/export regulations.
Each HS code follows a hierarchical structure:
- Chapter (2 digits) — Broad category of goods (e.g., Chapter 84: Machinery and Mechanical Appliances)
- Heading (4 digits) — More specific grouping within the chapter
- Subheading (6 digits) — Internationally standardized breakdown, used by all WCO member countries
- National subdivisions (8-10 digits) — Country-specific extensions for further classification, such as US HTSUS 10-digit codes
Correct HS code classification is essential for smooth customs clearance, accurate duty payment, and compliance with trade regulations. Misclassification can lead to customs delays, overpayment of duties, or penalties.
When importing from CN to US, the applicable tariff rates may include:
- Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) rate — The standard duty rate applied to WTO members
- General rate — Applied to countries without trade agreements
- Trade remedy duties — Additional tariffs such as Section 301 (anti-dumping), Section 232 (national security), or countervailing duties
The information provided on this page is for reference purposes only. For official classification, please consult with your local customs authority or a licensed customs broker.