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Soapstone School Crayons and Drawing Sticks

Cut and shaped soapstone crayons used for marking on metal, glass, and chalkboards in educational and industrial settings. These are writing instruments made from natural stone, not covered by exclusions in Chapter 68 notes. They qualify under tariff item 6815.99.10 as articles of stone not elsewhere specified.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6815.99.90Higher: 5% vs Free

If the crayons are coated or treated with binders

Treated stone articles not meeting the specific criteria of this item fall under the residual code.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify the crayons are not coated or impregnated with wax or other materials, which could shift classification

• Provide a product description emphasizing the stone composition

• Check if the crayons are considered school supplies for potential duty relief programs

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