Cross Century II Ballpoint Pen from Mexico
The Cross Century II is a refillable brass ballpoint pen with a lacquer finish and twist mechanism for executive use. Despite its metal construction, it is classified under tariff item 9608.10.00 as a ballpoint pen, with metal as a minor constituent.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Consumer Products Safety · May be required
May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 9608100000; Equal To 9608100000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Confirm the pen's primary function is as a ballpoint pen, not a fountain pen
• Declare the value including any luxury packaging for accurate duty assessment
• Ensure the product meets Canadian labeling requirements for metal content