What is the HS code for markers and felt-tip pens in Canada?
Markers and felt-tip pens fall under HS 9608.20.00 (Felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers). Markers and felt-tip pens imported from China into Canada carry a total duty of 7%. See HS 9608.20.00 rates and calculator
Landed cost on CAD 10,000
On goods valued at CAD 10,000, duty is $700 and GST $535 (recoverable for GST registrants), for a total of $11,235.
Government requirements
Import requires Health Canada · Consumer Product Safety.
Who imports it from China
The ISED Canadian Importers Database (2023) lists 80 Canadian companies importing HS 9608.20 goods from China. See the list
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Rates are from the CBSA Customs Tariff (2026, edition 2) and agency requirements from CBSA Single Window data, updated 2026-10-12.