Retractable Ballpoint Pen Tip Balls from Japan
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 — 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 '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