Over 1.5 mm in maximum cross-sectional dimension
Pencils (other than those pencils of heading 9608), crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing charcoals, writing or drawing chalks and tailors' chalks: > Pencil leads, black or colored: > Over 1.5 mm in maximum cross-sectional dimension
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 9609.20.40.00
Faber-Castell Black Graphite Pencil Leads 2.0mm
These are black graphite leads with a 2.0mm maximum cross-sectional dimension designed for mechanical pencils, providing smooth writing and drawing performance. They fall under HTS 9609.20.40.00 as pencil leads over 1.5mm in thickness, distinct from thinner leads or full pencils.
Staedtler Colored Pencil Leads 2.2mm Red
Vibrant red colored leads measuring 2.2mm in cross-section for use in clutch pencils, ideal for artistic sketching and coloring. Classified in HTS 9609.20.40.00 due to their thickness over 1.5mm and status as colored pencil leads separate from pencils.
Koh-I-Noor 3.15mm Black Drafting Leads
High-quality black graphite leads at 3.15mm diameter for technical drafting pencils, offering precision and durability. They qualify for HTS 9609.20.40.00 as black pencil leads exceeding 1.5mm cross-section.
Rotring Rapidograph 2.5mm Black Leads
Professional black leads at 2.5mm for technical drawing in Rotring pencils, ensuring clean lines. Fits HTS 9609.20.40.00 as black leads over 1.5mm cross-section.
Mars Lumograph 3.15mm Green Colored Leads
Green colored graphite leads 3.15mm thick for bold artistic applications in clutch holders. Classified under HTS 9609.20.40.00 for colored leads exceeding 1.5mm.
Uni Kuru Toga 2.0mm Black HB Leads
HB grade black leads 2.0mm for Uni mechanical pencils, rotating for even wear. HTS 9609.20.40.00 applies to these thick black pencil leads.
Hero 3.0mm Black Technical Leads
Durable 3.0mm black leads for heavy-duty technical pencils from Hero. Classified in HTS 9609.20.40.00 for black leads over 1.5mm.
Delguard 0.7mm Wait No 2.0mm Colored Violet Leads
Shock-absorbing violet leads 2.0mm thick with break-resistant tech for mechanical pencils. HTS 9609.20.40.00 for colored leads >1.5mm.
Pentel Ain Stein 2.0mm Blue Colored Leads
Premium blue colored leads with 2.0mm thickness for mechanical pencils, break-resistant for everyday use. Under HTS 9609.20.40.00 for colored pencil leads over 1.5mm.
Pilot Drafting 2.5mm Colored Orange Leads
Orange colored leads 2.5mm for Pilot drafting pencils, vivid for highlighting. Meets HTS 9609.20.40.00 criteria for thick colored leads.