What is the HTS code for ink pads?

Q: What is the HTS code for ink pads?

The 6-digit HS code for ink pads is 9612.20. The first 6 digits are the same in every country using the Harmonized System; the full 8-10 digit national code (e.g. EU TARIC, US HTSUS) depends on the destination country.

HTS Code for ink pads

Product

ink pads

HS Code (6-digit)

9612.20.••.••

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The 6-digit HS code for ink pads is 9612.20.

The first 6 digits are the same in every country using the Harmonized System; the full 8-10 digit national code (e.g. EU TARIC, US HTSUS) depends on the destination country.

EU Binding Tariff Information

HS Code :	9612.20
CN Code :	9612.20.••.••

BTI Reference :

Issuing Country : GERMANY

Date Of Issue : 17.Jul.2026 - 16.Jul.2029

An ink pad consisting of a plastic container with a soaked, absorbent pad inside, closed with a transparent lid

Description auto translated : The product is an ink pad, consisting of a plastic container with the dimensions: approx. 2.5 x 2.5 cm (L x W), which has a soaked, unspecified absorbent base inside. The product is closed with a transparent lid. The goods are sealed with a clear plastic film and presented in 96 pieces in a cardboard sales display. The product is to be classified as "stamp pad, whether or not impregnated". Illustration: see attachment

Original Description: Bei der Ware handelt es sich um ein Stempelkissen, bestehend aus einem Kunststoffbehältnis mit den Maßen: ca. 2,5 x 2,5 cm (L x B), welches im Inneren eine getränkte, nicht näher definierte saugfähige Unterlage aufweist. Das Erzeugnis wird mit einem durchsichtigen Deckel verschlossen. Die Ware ist mit einer klarsichtigen Kunststofffolie verschweißt und zu 96 Stück in einem Papp-Verkaufsdisplay aufgemacht. Das Erzeugnis ist als "Stempelkissen, auch getränkt" einzureihen. Abbildung: siehe Anlage

Source : EU Binding Tariff Information
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US Customs Ruling (CROSS)

HS Code :	9612.20
HTS Code :	9612.20.••••

Ruling Number :

Issuing Country : UNITED STATES

Date Of Issue : 2008-08-25T00:00:00

One ink pad, used to transfer ink onto stamps or other surfaces for marking or imprinting. The ink pad is designed for use by children and is intended to be used with the activity pad.

Description : crayons and markers from Taiwan and paints, a paint brush, stamps, an ink pad, an activity book and a plastic case

Please importantly note that only the relevant portion of the related US Ruling (Cross) is displayed above. You may refer to the said customs ruling for the entire ruling explanation.

Source : US Customs Ruling (CROSS)
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