Office Pen and Mechanical Pencil Set
An office set including ballpoint pens, mechanical pencils, and pen holders packaged together for everyday use. It combines articles from subheadings 9608.10, 9608.30, and 9608.40, qualifying as a set under tariff item 9608.50.00. This item covers sets of articles from two or more of the foregoing subheadings.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7% | — | 7% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the set contains only ballpoint pens and holders
Sets with only ballpoint pens and holders may be classified under the ballpoint pen subheading.
If the set contains only mechanical pencils and holders
Sets with only mechanical pencils and holders may be classified under the propelling pencil subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the set includes at least two different subheading articles (e.g
• ballpoint pens and mechanical pencils) to qualify for 9608.50.00
• Ensure the set is sold as a single unit, not as separate items
• If the set is for promotional distribution, consider if it meets the definition of a set under CBSA guidelines
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