Newspaper Pencil from Germany
A recycled newspaper pencil with a graphite lead encased in a compressed paper sheath, offering an eco-friendly alternative to wood pencils. It qualifies under tariff item 9609.10.00 as the paper sheath encases the lead rigidly for writing, meeting the definition of a pencil with an encased lead.
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
• Ensure the paper sheath is described as rigid and encasing the lead to support classification under 9609.10.00
• Provide documentation on the recycled content if claiming any environmental benefits for customs purposes
• Verify that the paper sheath meets Canadian product safety standards for writing instruments