HS code for whiteboard
The U.S. HS code for a whiteboard is usually 9610.00.00.00 (dry erase), with a 3.5% general duty and an estimated total of 16% from China and 16% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply, up to 41% in total. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry erase | 9610.00.00.00 | 3.5% | 16% |
- 9610.00.00.00: Slates and boards, with writing or drawing surfaces, whether or not framed
What decides the code
A whiteboard is a board with a writing or drawing surface, classified under heading 9610, specifically 9610.00.00.00 for slates and boards with writing or drawing surfaces, whether or not framed.
- The writing or drawing surface is the deciding fact. A dry erase whiteboard has such a surface, so it falls in heading 9610 and code 9610.00.00.00.
- Framing does not change the code. Heading 9610 covers these boards whether or not framed, so a framed whiteboard stays in 9610.00.00.00.
- The board must be a board with a writing or drawing surface. A plain panel with no writable surface is not described by heading 9610.
Common mistakes
- Classifying a whiteboard under 9403 furniture headings is wrong. Heading 9610 specifically covers boards with writing or drawing surfaces.
- Classifying a framed whiteboard as a framed picture or similar article is wrong. Heading 9610 covers these boards whether or not framed.
- Classifying a whiteboard as paper stationery is wrong. Heading 9610 covers slates and boards, not paper goods.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 16% = 3.5% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 41%.
- Vietnam
- 16% = 3.5% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 9610.00.00.00, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- Dry erase
- CN 9610 00 00, 2.7%
EU Combined Nomenclature 2026, third-country (erga omnes) duty. Preferential rates and EU trade remedy duties are not included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for a whiteboard?
The U.S. HTS code for a whiteboard is usually 9610.00.00.00 (dry erase). The first six digits, 9610.00, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on a whiteboard from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 9610.00.00.00 is 3.5%. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 16% of customs value. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 16%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
Tariff schedule pages
Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.