Poplar Pencil Slats from Canada
Economical poplar wood slats featuring single-sided grooves for standard pencil production. Widely used by mass-market pencil manufacturers, these slats are specifically designed for pencil assembly and classified under HTS 4421.99.98.20.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Bundle slats in quantities typical for pencil production (typically 1,000-2,000 per bundle) to support end-use classification
• Include manufacturer's specifications confirming pencil production compatibility
• Monitor for kiln-drying certificates to prove proper wood processing