Product classification
HS code for Whiteboard: 9610.00
Slates and boards, with writing or drawing surfaces, whether or not framed.
Classification of whiteboard under HS 9610.00
Whiteboards are classified under HS code 9610.00 because they are defined as slates and boards with writing or drawing surfaces, whether or not they are framed. This classification is part of Chapter 96, which covers miscellaneous manufactured articles. The primary characteristic that determines this classification is the functional surface designed for temporary writing or drawing, typically using dry-erase markers or chalk. This code applies to a wide variety of materials, including porcelain-coated steel, melamine, and tempered glass, provided the item is intended to serve as a reusable writing board. The Harmonized System groups these items together regardless of their mounting style—whether they are wall-mounted, free-standing on an easel, or handheld. Because the core utility is the writing surface itself, the material of the frame (wood, aluminum, or plastic) does not change the primary classification under 9610.00.
- Covers
- Dry-erase whiteboards
- Chalkboards and blackboards
- Green boards for classroom use
- Handheld mini-whiteboards
- Magnetic writing boards
- Framed and unframed writing slates
- Also under 9610.00
- Quartet Whiteboards
- Ghent Boards
- Luxor Mobile Whiteboards
- Smartboard (the physical board surface)
- Bi-Office Chalkboards
Codes often confused with 9610.00
Common mistake. A frequent point of confusion involves interactive electronic whiteboards. While a standard whiteboard is 9610.00, electronic versions that connect to a computer or projector are classified under 8528.52 or 8528.59 as monitors or display units. Additionally, if a whiteboard is built into a piece of furniture, such as a desk or a room divider, it might be classified under 9403 as furniture. Another common error is using 3926.90 for plastic boards; however, 9610.00 is more specific to the function of the item and takes precedence.
Top exporters and importers of HS 961000 (the code used for whiteboard), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 961000 (the code used for whiteboard) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 70% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 961000, not only whiteboard.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $525M 70% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $31M 4.2% of world exports
- 3 Poland $30M 4.0% of world exports
World total: $748M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $120M 18% of world imports
- 2 Philippines $62M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 Germany $55M 8.5% of world imports
World total: $650M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for whiteboard
Brazil classifies whiteboard under NCM 9610.00.00: HS 9610.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about whiteboard
What is the HS code for Whiteboard?
The HS code for Whiteboard is 961000 (Slates and boards; with writing or drawing surfaces, whether or not framed). The standard HS code for a non-electronic whiteboard is 9610.00.
How do I classify Whiteboard for customs?
Whiteboard is classified under HS code 961000 — Slates and boards; with writing or drawing surfaces, whether or not framed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are glass whiteboards classified differently?
No, glass whiteboards are still classified under 9610.00 because their primary function is a writing surface, even though the material is glass.
Which countries are the top exporters of whiteboard (HS 961000)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 961000 (the code used for whiteboard) in UN Comtrade data were China ($525M, 70% of world exports), the Netherlands ($31M) and Poland ($30M). World exports came to about $748M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of whiteboard (HS 961000)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 961000 (the code used for whiteboard) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($120M, 18% of world imports), the Philippines ($62M) and Germany ($55M). World imports came to about $650M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Whiteboard the same in all countries?
The base HS code 961000 for Whiteboard is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for whiteboard in Brazil?
In Brazil, whiteboard (HS 961000) is classified under NCM 9610.00.00.