Poplar Wood Pencil Slats from Germany
Economical poplar wood slats with precise V-grooves for mass-market pencil production. Classified under HTS 4421.91.98.20 as pencil slats made from temperate hardwood. Supplied in standard lengths of 197mm for international pencil manufacturers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Batch testing for moisture content (under 12%) prevents classification disputes
• Clear labeling as 'pencil slats only - not finished pencils' avoids reclassification
• Origin certificates crucial for preferential duty treatment under trade agreements