9608.99.40.00/Brass Ballpoint Pen Clip/Japan

Brass Ballpoint Pen Clip from Japan

A brass clip attachment for securing ballpoint pens to pockets or notebooks. It qualifies under HTS 9608.99.40.00 as a part of ballpoint pens from subheading 9608.10.

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

• Demonstrate clip design matches standard ballpoint pen models via photos or CAD files

• Check for precious metal content, as it may affect duty but stays in 9608 per chapter notes