Pentel GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil from Japan
Pentel GraphGear 1000 is a premium mechanical pencil with dual-action retractor and 0.5mm lead for drafting. It falls under HTS 9608.40.8000 as 'other' sliding pencils for professional use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify professional vs consumer use to guide valuation
• Bundle with cases carefully to avoid set rules
• Ensure no jewel inlays triggering precious metal notes