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9608.99.40.00/Ballpoint Pen Tip Cone/Japan

Ballpoint Pen Tip Cone from Japan

Conical metal or plastic cone surrounding the ball tip in ballpoint pens (excluding the ball). Part of 9608.10 articles, 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%
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Import Tips

• Explicitly state 'excludes ball' in descriptions to match tariff exclusion

• High scrutiny on tip parts; provide metallurgical specs if metal

• Avoid assembly with ball to prevent complete tip classification