Pentel EnerGel Pearl Ballpoint Pen from Japan
Pentel EnerGel combines liquid gel ink with a fine ballpoint tip for quick-drying, bold lines on translucent pearl-finish barrel. HTS 9608.10.00.00 covers this as a ballpoint pen due to the rolling ball applicator. Ideal for note-taking and journaling.
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
• Provide ink safety data sheets (MSDS) for gel formulations during customs review
• Mark origin on each pen or smallest packaging per 19 CFR 134 for consumer products
• Separate caps/clips if imported loose to avoid parts classification under 9608.50