Gold-Plated Fountain Pen Nib

A 14k gold-plated steel nib designed for fountain pens, featuring a smooth writing point for ink flow control. It falls under HTS 9608.91.00.00 as a pen nib specifically for fountain pens, separate from the pen body. These nibs are precision-crafted for replaceable use in high-end writing instruments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9609.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If imported as part of a complete fountain pen set

Assembled pens with nibs attached classify under 9609 as complete writing instruments rather than separate parts.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 17.5%

If made primarily of base steel without gold plating

Plain steel articles not specific to pens may fall under base metal articles in Chapter 73 if lacking pen-specific design.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify material composition for precious metal declarations to avoid misclassification; ensure nibs are imported separately from pen bodies; provide manufacturer specs confirming use as fountain pen replacement parts

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