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Blackboard Chalk Pencil from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

14.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Specify chalk composition to avoid paint classification; low dust feature for schools

Package to minimize breakage of brittle leads

Confirm encased vs prepared knots exclusion

Blackboard Chalk Pencil from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9609.10.00.00