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%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
• 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