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%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
• 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