HB Graphite Wood Pencil from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Verify lead composition does not qualify as mechanical under 9608; include material safety data for graphite leads
• Label country of origin clearly on packaging to avoid marking violations
• Ensure sheaths are wooden or rigid, not plastic dominant