9612.10.10
Measuring less than 30 mm in width, permanently put up in plastic or metal cartridges (whether or not containing spools) of a kind used in typewriters, automatic data processing or other machines
This code covers typewriter and similar ribbons, specifically those less than 30mm wide and packaged in plastic or metal cartridges. Use this code when importing these ribbons—duty is generally free, but may be subject to standard trade partner or FTA provisions as detailed in Chapter 96.

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This tariff classification falls within Chapter 96, which covers miscellaneous manufactured articles. Specifically, code 9612.10.10 covers typewriter or similar ribbons, inked and prepared for impressions, that are less than 30mm wide and permanently housed in plastic or metal cartridges. This code has two subdivisions: 9612.10.10.10 for ribbons woven from man-made fibers and 9612.10.10.20 for all other ribbon types—use the appropriate suffix to indicate the material composition of the ribbon. Statistical reporting requires quantities in dozens or kilograms.
| Chapter | Chapter 96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles |
| Section | Section XX: Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles |
Duty Snapshot
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Free
Standard trade partners (NTR)
Not available
Eligible FTA or preference programs
The general duty rate for HTS code 9612.10.10 and its subdivisions, 9612.10.10.10 and 9612.10.10.20, is Free. This means there is no general duty applied to these goods. Special rates or FTA benefits are not specified, indicating standard trade partner rates (NTR) would apply if applicable under existing trade agreements. Reporting units are in dozens or kilograms. Therefore, goods falling under these codes generally enter duty-free, with potential benefits from free trade agreements depending on the country of origin.
Rate of Duty (Column 2): 78.50%
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Code Subdivisions
9612.10.10.10
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: > Ribbons: > Measuring less than 30 mm in width, permanently put up in plastic or metal cartridges (whether or not containing spools) of a kind used in typewriters, automatic data processing or other machines > Woven, of man-made fibers
9612.10.10.20
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: > Ribbons: > Measuring less than 30 mm in width, permanently put up in plastic or metal cartridges (whether or not containing spools) of a kind used in typewriters, automatic data processing or other machines > Other
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