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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.3%+17.5%21.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇨🇦Canada4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇩🇪Germany4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇯🇵Japan4.3%+10.0%14.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9506.39.00.80Higher: 22.4% vs 21.8%

If part of golf equipment set

Golf accessories as sets may fall under Chapter 95 sports equipment.

9609.90Lower: 10% vs 21.8%

If miniature and not rigid sheath

Very small or flexible mini-pencils could be other 9609.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify short length and scorecard use on commercial docs; bulk import common, ensure quantity declarations

Avoid toy classification by noting adult sports use

Use ventilated packaging for high-volume shipments

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