9609.20—Pencil leads, black or colored
General duty rate
Free
Across 2 10-digit lines
Coverage on this page
Plain-English explanation
HTS 9609.20 is a 6-digit subheading of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule covering Pencil leads, black or colored. It sits in Chapter 96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles, Section XX: Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles and rolls up 2 10-digit statistical lines, all with a general duty rate of Free. No Chapter 99 tariff modifications or AD/CVD orders currently flag any line under this subheading in Tandom's catalog.
10-digit lines under 9609.20(2)
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Frequently asked questions
What does HTS 9609.20 cover?
HTS 9609.20 is a 6-digit subheading of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule covering Pencil leads, black or colored. It belongs to Chapter 96 and rolls up 2 10-digit statistical lines that brokers actually file at entry.
What is the duty rate for HTS 9609.20?
Every 10-digit line under HTS 9609.20 carries a general (Column 1) duty rate of Free. Section 301, Section 232, and AD/CVD overlays may stack on top of this rate at the per-line level — open a specific 10-digit code to see its complete tariff stack.
How do I find the right 10-digit line under HTS 9609.20?
U.S. Customs requires entries to be filed at the 10-digit statistical level — the broader subheading HTS 9609.20 is not directly fileable. Match your product description to the most specific 10-digit line in the list on this page; if multiple lines could apply, the General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs) and chapter notes determine which one governs.
Are there AD/CVD orders affecting HTS 9609.20?
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