Retractable Ballpoint Pen Tip Balls from Germany
Durable balls for retractable ballpoint mechanisms, resistant to repeated spring action. HTS 9608.99.30.00 applies as core parts of ballpoint pens. Used in click-action pens.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'for retractable ballpoint sockets' to distinguish from fixed-tip pens
• Coordinate with socket imports under same HTS for set valuation
• Inspect for burrs; imperfections can fail quality checks at assembly