Ballpoint Pen Spring Mechanism from Japan
Retractable spring for click-action ballpoint pens under 9608.10. This metal part enables the push-button retraction, classified in HTS 9608.99.40.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include assembly instructions proving spring's exclusive use in pens
• Anti-dumping checks may apply; verify origin certificates