Nitram Fine Art Drawing Charcoal Pencils

Compressed charcoal in pencil form for bold, expressive sketches. HTS 9609.90.8000 captures these as other drawing charcoals, not chalk or pastels. Preferred for tonal studies in fine art.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9609.90.40.00Same rate: 17.5%

If rectangular sticks rather than pencils

Stick charcoals have dedicated subheading.

2704.00.00Lower: Free vs 17.5%

If raw charcoal powder imported separately

Coke and charcoal base materials under Chapter 27.

8201.40.60Higher: 41.2% vs 17.5%

If used in industrial mold marking

Industrial tools may classify under Chapter 82.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Carbon content analysis may be requested; prepare lab reports

β€’ Ship in humidity-controlled containers to prevent crumbling

β€’ Mark as 'fine art' not 'BBQ charcoal' to avoid confusion

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