---
product_id: 80835400
title: "Amazon Basics Retractable Ballpoint Pen - Black - 12-Pack"
brand: "amazon basics"
price: "KSh2841"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Amazon Basics"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/80835400-amazon-basics-retractable-ballpoint-pen-black-12-pack
store_origin: KE
region: Kenya
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# Smudge-resistant ink 12-pack reliable pens Soft-grip comfort Amazon Basics Retractable Ballpoint Pen - Black - 12-Pack

**Brand:** amazon basics
**Price:** KSh2841
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Amazon Basics Retractable Ballpoint Pen - Black - 12-Pack by amazon basics
- **How much does it cost?** KSh2841 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/80835400-amazon-basics-retractable-ballpoint-pen-black-12-pack)

## 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

- • **Trusted by Thousands:** 4.7-star rating from 13,000+ users proves this pen is the go-to for sharp, reliable writing.
- • **Comfort Meets Control:** Latex-free soft-grip rubber barrel ensures fatigue-free writing during long meetings or brainstorming sessions.
- • **Click & Clip Convenience:** Retractable design with easy-click top and metal side clip keeps your pen ready and secure on the go.
- • **Effortless Everyday Writing:** Smooth ballpoint ink glides without smudges for flawless notes and signatures.
- • **Value-Packed Professional Essential:** 12 pens per pack means you’re always stocked for office, home, or on-the-move productivity.

## Overview

The Amazon Basics Retractable Ballpoint Pen 12-Pack offers smudge-resistant black ink and a latex-free soft-grip barrel for comfortable, precise writing. Featuring a retractable design with a metal side clip, these pens combine convenience and durability, making them a top-rated, value-packed choice for professionals who demand reliability and style in their everyday writing tools.

## Description

Reliable, smudge-resistant ballpoint pens with soft-grip rubber barrel for comfortable writing. Retractable design and metal side clip for everyday convenience.

Review: Amazing grip. - These are the best pens I have ever used , grip is comfortable, writes smooth but not too smooth. I borrowed this pen from someone and had to buy them for my self their that good.
Review: Great value. - Really pleased with these & great value for money. Nice to hold. Writes smoothly. Will last a while too.

## 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 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 139 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 4 in Retractable Ballpoint Pens |
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
| Closure | Retractable |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (13,000) |
| Date First Available | 9 Sept. 2019 |
| Grip Type | Smooth |
| Ink Colour | Black |
| Item Weight | 7.92 g |
| Line Size | 2mm_and_above |
| Manufacturer | Amazon |
| Manufacturer Part Number | KB193000-12BK |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Number | AH518-12-B |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Pencil Lead Degree (Hardness) | HB |
| Point Type | ball tip |
| Product Dimensions | 14.5 x 0.99 x 1.4 cm; 7.94 g |
| Size | 12 count (Pack of 1) |

## Product Details

- **Age range (description):** Adult
- **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 Pen - Black - 12-Pack - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81y314kpUsL.jpg)

## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing grip.
*by Z***K on 17 September 2025*

These are the best pens I have ever used , grip is comfortable, writes smooth but not too smooth. I borrowed this pen from someone and had to buy them for my self their that good.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value.
*by M***S on 19 January 2026*

Really pleased with these & great value for money. Nice to hold. Writes smoothly. Will last a while too.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product
*by D***N on 2 December 2025*

Very good value for the MONEY

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*Last updated: 2026-01-27*