Paper Mate Profile Retractable Ballpoint Pen from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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