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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.6%+17.5%24.1%
🇲🇽Mexico6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇨🇦Canada6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇩🇪Germany6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇯🇵Japan6.6%+10.0%16.6%

Alternative Classifications

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9608.50.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 24.1%

If sold with proprietary lead refill system

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7117.19.15.00Higher: 25.5% vs 24.1%

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