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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.

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 0.5mm Kuru Toga versions

Thinner variants under 1.5mm.

8473.30Higher: 25% vs 20%

If parts for office machines

If deemed parts of printers or plotters.

9603.21.00.00Same rate: 20%

If toothbrush bristle-like if fibrous

Synthetic fibers for brushes are separate.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Highlight mechanical pencil compatibility in docs

• Prevent confusion with 9608 by importing loose

• Batch test dimensions for uniformity