Staedtler Noris Club 511 Mechanical Pencil
Staedtler Noris Club 511 is a metal-body mechanical pencil with 0.5mm lead advance via twisting mechanism. Under HTS 9608.40.8000, it's an 'other' propelling pencil valued for durability in professional sketching.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If functioning as a fountain pen with ink reservoir
Fountain pens are distinctly classified under 9608.30, regardless of pencil features.
If for all-metal construction as general metal articles
Predominantly base metal items without specific function may fall under Section XV per Chapter 96 exclusions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include material breakdown (e.g
• metal vs plastic ratio) to justify Chapter 96 over Section XV metals
• Separate eraser refills in shipments to avoid parts classification under 9609
• Certify non-toy status via age grading to stay out of Chapter 95
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