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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

24.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%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
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)

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

Bic Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm with Tub from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9608.40.40.00