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BIC Cristal Ballpoint Pen Refill from China

Genuine replacement refill for BIC Cristal ballpoint pens, featuring a tungsten carbide ball tip and medium point ink reservoir filled with smooth-writing blue ink. This refill comprises both the ball point and ink reservoir, precisely matching the specifications of HTS 9608.60.00.00 for ballpoint pen refills. It restores writing performance without replacing the pen body.

Duty Rate — China → United States

22.7%

Rate breakdown

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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify compatibility with specific pen models via manufacturer specs to avoid misclassification as complete pens under 9608.10

Include detailed ink composition and ball material (e.g

tungsten carbide) in commercial invoices for CBP verification