Montblanc Meisterstück Fountain Pen from Japan
The Montblanc Meisterstück is a luxury fountain pen featuring a gold nib and piston filling system, handcrafted for precision writing. It falls under HTS 9608.30.0039 as a stylograph or other fountain pen, distinct from ballpoint or felt-tipped varieties. This classification covers high-end writing instruments not specified elsewhere in the subheading.
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
• Verify the pen's filling mechanism (e.g
• piston or cartridge) to confirm fountain pen classification and avoid misfiling under ballpoint pens
• Include detailed invoices specifying nib material and origin to comply with marking requirements for precious metal components
• Beware of sets with refills, which may shift to HTS 9608.99 if including parts like caps or clips