Gel Ink Rollerball Pen from Japan

A smooth-writing gel ink rollerball pen with a 0.7mm tip, featuring a plastic barrel and rubber grip for comfort. It falls under HTS 9608.99.60.00 as it is a specialized type of ballpoint-style pen using gel ink, classified as 'other' pens not specifically enumerated elsewhere in heading 9608. The pen includes a clip and cap but is not a fountain or felt-tipped marker.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify ink type and tip mechanism to confirm classification under 'other' pens, avoiding confusion with felt-tipped markers in 9608.20

Include detailed component lists (barrel, tip, ink reservoir) in commercial invoices to prevent misclassification as parts

Ensure packaging labels country of origin clearly, as many are assembled in Asia; watch for antidumping duties on certain origins

Gel Ink Rollerball Pen from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9608.99.60.00