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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