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Faber-Castell Grip Plus Mechanical Pencil

Faber-Castell Grip Plus has triangular ergonomic grip and 0.7mm propelling lead for school use. As an 'other' mechanical pencil, it's under HTS 9608.40.8000.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3926.90.30.00Higher: 41.7% vs 20%

If predominantly plastic construction for retail

Plastic office articles may classify under Chapter 39 per exclusions.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Grip material specs key for plastics exclusion

• Student sets risk Chapter 95 if playful design

• Invoice lead diameter precisely