Cedar Pencil Slats from Canada
Thin wooden slats made from cedar wood, grooved on both sides to hold graphite leads for pencil manufacturing. These classify under HTS 4421.91.98.20 as other articles of bamboo or wood specifically designed as pencil slats. They are unfinished components essential for producing wooden pencils.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify wood species documentation to confirm it's not restricted species under CITES
• Ensure slats meet exact dimensions (typically 195mm x 7mm x 6mm) for proper classification
• Provide mill certificates showing no chemical treatments exceeding binder limits