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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.

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.

9609.20.20.00Same rate: 20%

If thinner than 1.5mm

Finer colored leads go into the subheading for dimensions 1.5mm or less.

3213.10.00.00Higher: 44% vs 20%

If sold as set with colors for painters' use

Artist colors in sets, including pastels, are under Chapter 32 for prepared pigments.

9609.90Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If tailors' chalk leads

Chalk compositions for marking fabrics fall under writing chalks, not standard leads.

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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

• Include color pigment certifications to distinguish from black leads or pastels

• Ensure leads are not encased in plastic holders, as that may classify as complete pencils

• Check for lead brittleness; fragile leads might be scrutinized for 'pastel' misclassification