This FJA Products Typewriter Ribbon is made in the USA. We are US Veteran Owned and Operated. This Ribbon/Spool package is a BRAND NEW and NEVER USED BLACK and WHITE CORRECTION ribbon. The ribbon and spools are attached and sealed in a plastic bag. The spool diameter is 2 inches and the ribbon is 1/2 inch wide. Just open the bag, place the ribbons spools into the spools cups, feed the ribbon through the ribbon guides of your typewriter and begin typing. Need help? Call our Toll Free 800 number to speak with us. Our 800 line works in USA and Canada.