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U.S. imports of pen and mechanical pencil parts (nesoi) (HS 960899) totaled $2.9M in April 2026, traded with 20 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBeyond nibs and ball-point refills, the residual parts category for pens and mechanical pencils covers a wide range of components — from refill cartridges (9608992000) and precision balls for ball-point pens (9608993000) to barrel and clip assemblies (9608994000, 9608996000). Japan and Taiwan are the leading US suppliers, reflecting the concentration of precision component manufacturing in East Asia. Importers must take care to distinguish between refill cartridges (ink-only reservoirs without a ball tip) and complete ball-point refills under 9608.60, as misclassification is a common audit finding.
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Balls specifically designed for ball-point pens are classified under 9608993000 within the 9608.99 subheading. These are distinct from industrial bearing balls, which would fall under Chapter 84 or 73 depending on material and use.
Chinese-origin pen parts under 9608.99 are subject to Section 301 tariffs, which has prompted some importers to diversify sourcing toward Japan, Taiwan, and India. Because the parts category spans multiple 10-digit lines with potentially different list coverage, importers should verify each specific component's classification and Section 301 status with a licensed customs broker before committing to a supply arrangement.
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