HB Graphite Wood Pencil from Germany
A standard wooden pencil with an HB graphite lead encased in a protective cedar wood sheath, used for writing and sketching. It falls under tariff item 9609.10.00 as a pencil with lead encased in a sheath, the most common classification for such writing instruments.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Starts With 96091000; Starts With 96091000; Equal To 9609100010; Equal To 9609100020; Equal To 9609100010; Equal To 9609100020. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Use the correct HS code 9609.10.00 on all customs documentation to ensure smooth clearance
• Provide a straightforward product description mentioning the wood sheath and graphite lead
• Be aware that pencils with erasers are still classified under this item, as the eraser is a minor constituent