Watercolor Pencils from Japan
Soluble colored pencils with water-activated leads encased in a wooden sheath, used for blending techniques in illustration. They fall under tariff item 9609.10.00 as encased-lead pencils, even with water-soluble properties, as the classification does not depend on the lead's chemical characteristics.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
7%
Import Tips
• Classify watercolor pencils under 9609.10.00 as the water-soluble property does not affect the encased-lead structure
• Provide a clear description of the wood sheath and water-activated lead to avoid misclassification as paints or dyes
• Verify that the pigments used are compliant with Canadian regulations for art materials