With a mechanical action for extending, or for extending and retracting, the lead
Ball point pens; felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers; fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens; duplicating styli; propelling or sliding pencils (for example, mechanical pencils); pen-holders, pencil-holders and similar holders; parts (including caps and clips) of the foregoing articles, other than those of heading 9609: > Propelling or sliding pencils (for example, mechanical pencils): > With a mechanical action for extending, or for extending and retracting, the lead
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 9608.40.40.00
Pentel Twist-Erase GT Mechanical Pencil
The Pentel Twist-Erase GT is a 0.7mm mechanical pencil with a twist mechanism to extend and retract the eraser and a side button for lead advancement. It falls under HTS 9608.40.40.00 as a propelling pencil with mechanical action for extending and retracting the lead. This classification applies to its core mechanical lead propulsion system.
Pilot G2 Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm
Pilot's G2 mechanical pencil features a click-action top button that extends the lead and a twist mechanism for eraser retraction. Classified under HTS 9608.40.40.00 due to its dual mechanical action for lead extension and retraction. Primarily used in office and student settings.
Staedtler 925-25 Silver Series Drafting Pencil
Professional drafting pencil with 0.5mm lead, featuring side-mounted slide mechanism for precise lead extension and retraction. HTS 9608.40.40.00 applies to its mechanical lead advancement system designed for technical drawing. Metal construction with knurled grip for control.
Bic Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm with Tub
Bulk pack BIC mechanical pencils in dispenser tub, each with click-to-extend and retract lead mechanism. Falls under HTS 9608.40.40.00 for mechanical action pencils, even when packaged for institutional distribution. Economical choice for offices and schools.
Rotring 600 0.5mm Mechanical Pencil
Premium German-engineered Rotring 600 with hexagonal metal body and precise twist-free click mechanism for lead extension/retraction. HTS 9608.40.40.00 classification for its professional mechanical pencil action. Iconic red ring identifier.
Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencil
Paper Mate Clearpoint features colored translucent barrel with side-advance lead mechanism and jumbo eraser twist retraction. Classified HTS 9608.40.40.00 for mechanical lead extension/retraction action. Popular for students with grip zone.
Pentel GraphGear 1000 Drafting Pencil
Pentel GraphGear 1000 features retractable pipe slide mechanism and dual-action lead advance/retract system. HTS 9608.40.40.00 for professional mechanical pencil with fully retractable tip. Aluminum construction with clip.
Uni Kuru Toga Advance Mechanical Pencil
Innovative Uni Kuru Toga with rotating lead mechanism activated by writing pressure, plus standard click extension/retraction. HTS 9608.40.40.00 covers the mechanical lead advance system despite rotation feature. Maintains consistent point sharpness.
Faber-Castell Grip Plus Mechanical Pencil
Faber-Castell Grip Plus with ergonomic triangular rubber grip and shock-absorbing lead advance mechanism. Features mechanical extension and retraction per HTS 9608.40.40.00. Available in 0.7mm and 1.0mm lead sizes.
Zebra DelGuard Mechanical Pencil
Zebra DelGuard features spring-loaded lead protection system that extends/retracts with writing pressure. Mechanical action qualifies for HTS 9608.40.40.00 classification. Prevents lead breakage during heavy writing.