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0.7mm F Grade Graphite Leads from Japan

Fine F hardness 0.7mm graphite leads for detailed illustrations. HTS 9609.20.20.00 for black pencil leads under 1.5mm. Used by artists and designers.

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

• Avoid bulk packaging resembling parts for machines

• Label with exact grade (F, HB) for specificity

• Inspect for uniform diameter across lots