9608.40.40.00/Bic Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm with Tub/China

Bic Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm with Tub from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

26.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%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)

9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

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Import Tips

• Classify by individual pencil function, not packaging; tubs don't change HTS

• Provide quantity per tub and individual specs for accurate duty calculation

• Ensure bulk packaging doesn't trigger 'set' classification under GRI 3