BIC Atlantis Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm from China
The BIC Atlantis is a reliable mechanical pencil with 0.7mm lead, propelling mechanism, and built-in eraser for everyday note-taking. It qualifies for HTS 9608.40.8000 as a sliding pencil not covered by more specific subheadings like 9608.40.10 for certain types.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Conduct fiber content checks if grips include textile elements to avoid Chapter 39 plastics overlap
• Use HTS advisory rulings for hybrid models to preempt customs disputes
• Document retail packaging to differentiate from bulk industrial shipments