Paper Mate Profile Retractable Ballpoint Pen from Germany
Paper Mate Profile offers bold ballpoint ink with a contoured grip and retractable tip for comfortable extended writing. Falls under HTS 9608.10.00.00 as a core ballpoint pen product. Commonly stocked in retail for office supplies.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber/ink content tests if blends raise material composition questions
• Use ISF filings 24+ hours pre-loading for pen shipments from Asia
• Bundle in sets under 9608 only if not qualifying as toy sets in Chapter 95