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U.S. imports of pen nibs and nib points (HS 960891) totaled $1.9M in April 2026, traded with 10 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPen nibs and nib points — the precision-formed metal tips that control ink flow in fountain and dip pens — occupy their own dedicated tariff line (9608910000) within the pen parts hierarchy. Malaysia and Japan are the leading US suppliers, with Japan's nib manufacturing heritage tied to high-tolerance gold and stainless steel production for premium writing instruments. Nib geometry (tipping material, slit width, and flexibility) is a critical specification distinction for importers serving the luxury stationery and calligraphy markets.
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No — HTS 9608.91 covers pen nibs and nib points regardless of the metal used. The material (gold, stainless steel, iridium-tipped, etc.) does not change the classification, though it may affect valuation and, in the case of precious-metal content, potentially trigger additional documentation requirements.
If the nibs and pen bodies are presented as a complete, finished pen, the article is classified as a finished pen under the appropriate 9608.10 or 9608.40 subheading. Nibs imported separately as components for assembly or repair are classified under 9608.91. Proper separation of invoices and packing lists is essential to support the correct classification at entry.
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