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0.3mm 2B Drafting Pencil Leads

Ultra-fine 0.3mm 2B graphite leads for technical drafting and architectural drawings. HTS 9609.20.20.00 applies to these thin black pencil leads under 1.5mm. They provide smooth, dark lines for precise professional work.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9609.20.40.00Same rate: 20%

If thicker leads for bold lines

Cross-sectional size over 1.5mm moves to the broader leads category.

8473.30Higher: 25% vs 20%

If parts of office machines

If integral to computer plotters or drafting machines, they classify as parts.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document end-use as drafting to differentiate from toy or novelty leads

• Avoid packaging in mechanical pencil bodies, as that triggers 9608 classification

• Use calipers for dimension proof during import inspections