Mechanical Pencil Adapter for Ballpoint

Adapter part allowing ballpoint refills in mechanical pencils, but primarily for 9608.10 pens. Fits HTS 9608.99.40.00 as specified pen part.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9608.99.60.00Same rate: 17.5%

If exclusively for mechanical pencils

Pencil-specific parts use the general 'other parts' subheading.

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 17.5%

If generic adapters

Non-specific plastic fittings default to other plastic articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Clarify primary use in documentation to avoid pencil parts heading

Test samples for customs if dual-functionality is claimed

Ensure not classified as complete hybrid instrument