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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+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9608.99.60.00Same rate: 20%

If exclusively for mechanical pencils

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

3926.90.99Higher: 25.3% vs 20%

If generic adapters

Non-specific plastic fittings default to other plastic articles.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

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