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Sharpie S-Gel Refill from Japan

S-Gel retractable pen refill with no-smear black gel ink and 0.7mm precision ball point. Classified under HTS 9608.60.00.00 as ballpoint refill despite gel formulation due to ball tip mechanism. Bold, clear lines.

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

• Emphasize 'ball point mechanism' in technical descriptions

• No-smear testing documentation for performance claims

Sharpie S-Gel Refill from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9608.60.00.00