Poplar Pencil Slats from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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