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0.9mm Red Colored Pencil Leads

0.9mm diameter red colored leads for mechanical pencils, used in editing and marking. Falls under HTS 9609.20.20.00 for colored pencil leads not exceeding 1.5mm. Perfect for teachers and proofreaders.

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.

9609.90Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If for duplicating stylos

Leads designed for mimeograph or duplicating machines go to specific subheading.

3213.90.00.00Higher: 40.9% vs 20%

If artistic pastels or crayons

If softer and shaped for direct hand use, they may be artists' materials.

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

• Specify 'writing chalks or leads' on invoices to align with tariff description

• Test for lead breakage to confirm pencil lead vs. chalk properties

• Separate colored from black leads in shipments for accurate declaration