Staedtler Colored Pencil Leads 2.2mm Red from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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