Pen and pencil sets; of articles from two or more of the foregoing sub-headings

HS v2017 Code: 960850

About pen and pencil sets; of articles from two or more of the foregoing sub-headings

hs code 960850 covers a diverse range of stationery products, including pen and pencil sets that combine items from multiple sub-headings. This industry plays a vital role in the broader office supplies and educational materials sectors, catering to the needs of businesses, schools, and individual consumers. The versatility and widespread use of these products make them an integral part of the global economy.

Production process

The production of pen and pencil sets under hs code 960850 typically involves a combination of manufacturing techniques. This may include the assembly of individual components, such as the pen body, ink cartridge, and cap, as well as the integration of pencils, erasers, and other accessories. Automated processes, such as injection molding and precision cutting, are often employed to ensure consistent quality and efficiency.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of pen and pencil sets under hs code 960850 include a variety of raw materials, such as plastics, metals, and wood. Specialized machinery, such as assembly lines and packaging equipment, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to design, assemble, and quality-check the final products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by hs code 960850 are the pen and pencil sets themselves, which are then distributed and sold to various end-users, including 4202 Luggage, handbags and the like, travel, sports and similar containers, 4911 Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans, and 9503 (Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dolls' carriages; dolls; other toys; reduced-size ('scale') models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds). These products are essential for the education, office, and creative sectors, making them a crucial component of the broader stationery and office supplies industry.

Revisions to 960850

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 960850. The most recent 1 version of this code (960850) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 960850 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for pen and pencil sets; of articles from two or more of the foregoing sub-headings

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/96'>96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9608'>9608: Pens; ball-point, felt tipped, other porous tipped pens; fountain pens, stylograph pens duplicating stylos, propelling or sliding pencils; parts of the foregoing, excluding those of heading no. 9609</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960850'>960850: Pen and pencil sets; of articles from two or more of the foregoing sub-headings</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960810'>960810: Pens; ball point</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960820'>960820: Pens; felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960830'>960830: Pens; fountain, stylograph and other pens</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960840'>960840: Pencils; propelling or sliding</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960860'>960860: Pens; ball-point, refills comprising the ball point and ink-reservoir</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960891'>960891: Pens; nibs and nib points</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960899'>960899: Pens and pencils; duplicating stylos, pen-holders, pencil-holders, and similar holders, parts of the articles of heading 9608, including caps and clips</a>"]

    

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