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9609.90.80.00/Staedtler Ergosoft Colored Pencils/Japan

Staedtler Ergosoft Colored Pencils from Japan

Triangular ergonomic colored pencils with soft leads for comfortable drawing. HTS 9609.90.8000 covers ergonomic design pencils as 'other'. Prevents hand fatigue during extended art sessions.

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%
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Import Tips

• Ergonomic claims require shape specifications

• Color-matching charts boost retail value

• Break-resistant tech declaration lowers damage risk