Platinum-Coated Signature Pen Nib
A platinum-coated nib for executive fountain pens, providing ultra-smooth ink delivery for signatures. Despite the precious metal coating, the nib is primarily made of steel and includes plastic parts. Under chapter note 4, articles of this chapter remain classified here even with precious metal, as the metal constitutes only a minor constituent. This falls under tariff item 9608.91.10 as a nib of plastics for use in the manufacture of porous tip pens or markers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the nib is predominantly metal and the plastic is incidental
The sibling item covers other pen nibs and nib points not specified as wool felt or plastics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the plastic components are essential to the nib's function to qualify under this item
• Declare the nib as a part for porous tip pens, not as jewellery, to avoid misclassification
• Provide a detailed product description to CBSA showing the minor nature of the precious metal
Related Products under Tariff item 9608.91.10
Extra-Fine Fountain Pen Nib Unit
An extra-fine point nib assembly designed for fountain pens, providing precise, detailed writing and signature replication. It functions solely as the pen nib and point, separate from the pen body, and is made of metal with a plastic feed. This item falls under tariff item 9608.91.10 as a nib of plastics for use in the manufacture of porous tip pens or markers, given its plastic components.
Steel Fountain Pen Replacement Nib
A standard #5 steel nib replacement for popular fountain pen models, including a breather hole for optimal ink flow. The nib assembly includes plastic components that are integral to its function as a pen nib. This item falls under tariff item 9608.91.10 as a nib of plastics for use in the manufacture of porous tip pens or markers, given its plastic parts.
Titanium Fountain Pen Nib
A lightweight titanium nib offering corrosion resistance and unique flex for fountain pens, with plastic components in the assembly. Despite the advanced metal material, the nib includes plastic parts that qualify it under this tariff item. It falls under tariff item 9608.91.10 as a nib of plastics for use in the manufacture of porous tip pens or markers.