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Tailor's White Chalk Pencil from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Note fabric-marking end-use; sell in sets with varied colors

• Ensure sheath prevents smudging during import

• Avoid Chapter 82 if no cutting edge