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Custom Metal Pen Clip from Germany

Stamped stainless steel pen clips for attaching to pockets, sold in bulk for pen manufacturers. HTS 9608.99.60.00 explicitly includes clips as parts of pens/pencils/holders. Available in gold-tone or matte finishes.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Invoices must state 'exclusively for pens' to prevent classification as general metal parts

• Nickel-free certifications needed for skin-contact compliance

• Bulk packaging optimizes container space for lower freight costs