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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9609.20.20.00Same rate: 17.5%

If for standard 0.5-1.0mm drafting leads

Common thinner leads are in the under 1.5mm subheading.

8203.40.60.00Higher: 38.3% vs 17.5%

If metallic and for industrial sawing tools

Metal leads or wires for tools fall under Chapter 82, not writing leads.

9608.20.00.00Higher: 21.5% vs 17.5%

If imported pre-inserted in pencil holders

Leads assembled into felt tip markers or similar are complete instruments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document hardness grades (e.g

HB, 2B) to prove graphite composition

Avoid bulk packaging resembling parts; sell in consumer tubes for correct classification

Customs may require samples to measure exact cross-section