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Montblanc Meisterstück Ballpoint Pen

Montblanc Meisterstück features handcrafted resin body with platinum-plated fittings and black ink ballpoint refill. HTS 9608.10.00.00 accommodates luxury ballpoints with minor metal. Iconic gift for connoisseurs.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.4%+17.5%22.9%
🇲🇽Mexico5.4%+10.0%15.4%
🇨🇦Canada5.4%+10.0%15.4%
🇩🇪Germany5.4%+10.0%15.4%
🇯🇵Japan5.4%+10.0%15.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7114.19.00.00Higher: 42.9% vs 22.9%

If pearl or stone inlays significant

Precious stone articles exclude if not minor per notes.

9706Lower: 10% vs 22.9%

If antique collector pens

Over 100-year-old pens classify as antiques in Chapter 97.

7117.90.75.00Lower: 10% vs 22.9%

If rope/chain/pen jewelry hybrids

Combined jewelry-pen items under imitation jewelry.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Appraise metal plating; ensure 'minor constituent' per Chapter 96 notes

Certificate of authenticity aids valuation disputes

Gift box packaging values separately from pen

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