Faber-Castell Black Graphite Pencil Leads 2.0mm from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1.5mm with precise measurements to confirm classification under 9609.20.40.00
• Provide material composition certificates (e.g
• graphite content) to avoid misclassification as crayons or pastels
• Label as 'pencil leads' not 'refills' to prevent shifts to parts of writing instruments in 9608