Pentel GraphGear 1000 Drafting Pencil from Mexico
Pentel GraphGear 1000 features retractable pipe slide mechanism and dual-action lead advance/retract system. HTS 9608.40.40.00 for professional mechanical pencil with fully retractable tip. Aluminum construction with clip.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide close-up photos of retractable tip mechanism for customs
• Specify lead sizes available (0.3mm-0.9mm) for drafting verification
• Document as 'drafting pencil' not 'office pencil' for proper use classification