--- product_id: 80835400 title: "Amazon Basics Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Soft Grip, Smudge Free, Ideal for School, Office, Black, Pack of 12" brand: "amazon basics" price: "8873CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Amazon Basics" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/80835400-amazon-basics-retractable-ballpoint-pens-soft-grip-smudge-free-ideal store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Smudge-resistant black ink 12-pack retractable pens Latex-free soft grip Amazon Basics Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Soft Grip, Smudge Free, Ideal for School, Office, Black, Pack of 12 **Brand:** amazon basics **Price:** 8873CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🖋️ Write Boldly, Work Smartly — Never Miss a Stroke! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Amazon Basics Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Soft Grip, Smudge Free, Ideal for School, Office, Black, Pack of 12 by amazon basics - **How much does it cost?** 8873CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/80835400-amazon-basics-retractable-ballpoint-pens-soft-grip-smudge-free-ideal) ## Best For - amazon basics enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted amazon basics brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Sleek Metal Clip:** Securely attach your pen to notebooks, planners, or pockets—always ready when inspiration strikes. - • **Bold, Smudge-Free Ink:** High-density black pigment ensures your notes and signatures stand out with lasting clarity. - • **Comfort Meets Control:** Latex-free soft rubber grip reduces hand fatigue during marathon meetings or creative bursts. - • **Value-Packed 12 Pen Set:** Stock up your desk, office, or home with a reliable pen collection that won’t quit on you. - • **Effortless Retractable Design:** Click to protect your pen tip and avoid accidental marks—perfect for on-the-go pros. ## Overview Amazon Basics Retractable Ballpoint Pens come in a convenient 12-pack featuring smooth, smudge-resistant black ink and a latex-free soft grip for all-day comfort. Designed with a retractable tip and metal clip, these pens combine durability and style, making them ideal for professionals and students alike who demand reliable, neat writing every time. ## Description Reliable, smudge-resistant ballpoint pens with soft-grip rubber barrel for comfortable writing. Retractable design and metal side clip for everyday convenience. Review: Quality black ink pens - Great quality pens. Write smoothly, black ink clear to see,at unbeatable price, easy to use good grip look good. Good for work and home. Review: Neat handwriting pens - I purchased these desertcart brand named pens as I have purchased other pens from the local shops and they have been just not right for me and messed up my hand writing and run out of ink too quickly,but I have to say that I really do like these desertcart pens,I find them comfortable to write with them,they are really black ink,and give handwriting a neater appearance and im still using the first pen and i have done loads of writing and Christmas cards,puzzles,drawings so I have a pack of 12 pens and they should last me along time,and I do recommend these pens and they are excellent value for money and they would make an ideal gift. ## Features - Set of 12 retractable ballpoint ink pens - Smudge-resistant, high quality ink pigment that lasts - Latex-free soft-grip rubber barrel for comfort - Easy-click top retraction button and handy metal side clip - Great go-to option for making notes, signing documents and more ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07BDWD8B7 | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Age range (description) | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | 608 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 10 in Retractable Ballpoint Pens | | Body Shape | Round | | Brand | Amazon Basics | | Brand Name | Amazon Basics | | Closure Type | Retractable | | Colour | Black | | Country Of Origin | Vietnam | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 14,434 Reviews | | Drill Point | ball tip | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00192233020808 | | Grip Type | Smooth | | Hardness | HB | | Ink Base | Oil | | Ink Colour | Black | | Ink colour | Black | | Is the Product Left or Right Handed? | Ambidextrous | | Item Diameter | 0.39 Inches | | Item Dimensions | 14.5 x 1 x 1.4 centimetres | | Item Weight | 0.28 Ounces | | Line Size | 2mm_and_above | | Manufacturer | Amazon Basics, this product may originate from China or Vietnam | | Material | Plastic | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Name | Amazon Basics | | Model Number | AH518-12-B | | Pattern | Pen | | Recommended Uses For Product | Writing | | Special Features | Retractable | | Style | Black - 12 Pack | | Theme | writing | | UPC | 192233020808 | | Unit Count | 12.0 count | | Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant | | Writing Instrument Form | Ballpoint Pen | | Writing instrument form | Ballpoint Pen | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** All ages - **Brand:** Amazon Basics - **Colour:** Black - **Ink colour:** Black - **Material:** Plastic - **Model name:** English - **Point type:** ball tip - **Special feature:** Retractable - **Unit count:** 12.0 count - **Writing instrument form:** Ballpoint Pen ## Images ![Amazon Basics Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Soft Grip, Smudge Free, Ideal for School, Office, Black, Pack of 12 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81y314kpUsL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: These pens good for drawing** A: In general, ballpoint pens aren't appropriate for drawing. Anyway, I think AmazonBasics ballpoint pen has a very quality and can be use for that purpose too. **Q: Are these pens refillable?** A: Actually they are. The tip unscrews and I have replaced the refill in one with a broad tip refill which I prefer. **Q: Are the inks colored or just the pens?** A: The inks are the same color as the pens. **Q: How do these compare to the Papermate Inkjoy gel pens?** A: Injoy is a gel pen approx. 1.50 ea. Azn Basics is a std ballpoint. approx. .50 ea ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality black ink pens *by D***S on 20 July 2026* Great quality pens. Write smoothly, black ink clear to see,at unbeatable price, easy to use good grip look good. Good for work and home. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Neat handwriting pens *by A***E on 11 December 2025* I purchased these Amazon brand named pens as I have purchased other pens from the local shops and they have been just not right for me and messed up my hand writing and run out of ink too quickly,but I have to say that I really do like these Amazon pens,I find them comfortable to write with them,they are really black ink,and give handwriting a neater appearance and im still using the first pen and i have done loads of writing and Christmas cards,puzzles,drawings so I have a pack of 12 pens and they should last me along time,and I do recommend these pens and they are excellent value for money and they would make an ideal gift. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really nice pens! *by C***Z on 12 May 2026* I’m very happy with this product. It arrived as described, feels well made, and works exactly as expected. The quality is excellent for the price, and it has met all of my expectations. I would definitely recommend it to others and have bought over and over! The grip is great, lightweight, the ink lasts and the drying time is very quick. There are different colours to select from, but I chose blue! ## Frequently Bought Together - Amazon Basics Black Ballpoint Pens for Smooth Writing, Retractable, 12-Pack - Amazon Basics Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Smooth Writing, Blue, 12-Pack - Sharpie Permanent Markers Set, Quick Drying And Fade Resistant Fine Point Marker For Wood, Plastic, Paper, Metal, And More, Drawing, Coloring, And Poster Marker , Black, 12 Count --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/80835400-amazon-basics-retractable-ballpoint-pens-soft-grip-smudge-free-ideal](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/80835400-amazon-basics-retractable-ballpoint-pens-soft-grip-smudge-free-ideal) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-02*