Pencils and crayons, with leads encased in a sheath
Pencils (other than those pencils of heading 9608), crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing charcoals, writing or drawing chalks and tailors' chalks: > Pencils and crayons, with leads encased in a sheath
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 9609.10.00.00
HB Graphite Wood Pencil
A standard wooden pencil with an HB graphite lead encased in a protective cedar wood sheath, commonly used for writing and sketching. It falls under HTS 9609.10.00.00 as a pencil with lead encased in a sheath, distinct from mechanical pencils in 9608. The wooden casing is whittled to a point for use.
Artists' Colored Pencil Set
Hexagonal colored pencils with pigmented wax-based leads encased in lacquered wood sheaths, designed for professional drawing and coloring. Classified under HTS 9609.10.00.00 due to the encased lead structure suitable for fine art applications. Sets typically include 12-24 vibrant shades.
Carpenter's Hexagonal Pencil
Flat-sided hexagonal pencil with thick graphite lead encased in a durable wood sheath, ideal for marking wood and construction sites. It qualifies for HTS 9609.10.00.00 as a pencil with encased lead, featuring a rectangular cross-section for grip with gloves. Often sold in bulk for trade use.
Watercolor Pencils
Soluble colored pencils with water-activated leads encased in a wooden sheath, used for blending techniques in illustration. Under HTS 9609.10.00.00 for encased lead pencils, even with soluble properties for artistic effects. Popular among hobbyists and professionals.
Golf Pencil
Short 3.5-inch wooden pencil with HB lead encased in a sheath, provided at golf courses for scorecards. Fits HTS 9609.10.00.00 as a compact encased-lead pencil, not a toy or specialty item. Eraserless design for economical use.
Newspaper Pencil
Recycled newspaper pencil with graphite lead encased in a compressed paper sheath, eco-friendly alternative to wood. Classified in HTS 9609.10.00.00 as the sheath encases the lead rigidly for writing. Hexagonal shape mimics traditional pencils.
Jumbo Triangular Pencil for Kids
Thick triangular pencil with soft graphite lead encased in painted wood sheath, ergonomic for young children learning to write. HTS 9609.10.00.00 applies to encased lead pencils regardless of grip shape. Often includes eraser tip.
Blackboard Chalk Pencil
Dustless chalk pencil with calcium carbonate lead encased in a paper or wood sheath for writing on blackboards. Under HTS 9609.10.00.00 as writing chalk with encased lead, preferred over loose sticks. Used in classrooms.
Tailor's White Chalk Pencil
Thin white chalk pencil with encased lead for marking fabric patterns in sewing. Fits HTS 9609.10.00.00 explicitly for tailors' chalks with sheaths. Easily erasable on cloth.
Metallic Silver Drawing Pencil
Art pencil with metallic silver lead encased in wood sheath for highlighting and metallic effects in drawings. HTS 9609.10.00.00 covers such encased specialty pencils. Pigment includes aluminum powder.