Pencils; propelling or sliding

HS v2017 Code: 960840

About pencils; propelling or sliding

hs code 960840 covers the import and export of pencils, both propelling and sliding varieties. This is a crucial industry that supports a wide range of sectors, from education and office supplies to art and design. Pencils are a fundamental tool used globally, making this code an important part of the broader stationery and writing instruments trade.

Production process

The production of pencils under hs code 960840 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the core material, usually a mixture of graphite and clay, is extruded and cut to size. The core is then inserted into a wooden or plastic casing, which is shaped and finished. For propelling pencils, the mechanism that allows the lead to be extended is also assembled and integrated. Quality control and packaging are the final steps before the pencils are ready for distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of pencils under hs code 960840 include graphite, clay, and wood or plastic for the casing. Specialized machinery for extruding, cutting, and assembling the pencils is also a crucial input. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to operate the production equipment and ensure consistent quality.

Production outputs

The primary output of hs code 960840 is, of course, pencils. These pencils can be used in a variety of applications, including 960810 Writing and drawing pencils and 960820 Pencils with leads encased in a rigid sheath. The pencils produced under this code may also be consumed by industries such as 950300 Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dolls' carriages and 950510 Video game consoles and machines, articles for funfair, table or parlor games, where they may be used for marking, labeling, or other purposes.

Revisions to 960840

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 960840. The most recent 1 version of this code (960840) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 960840 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for pencils; propelling or sliding

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/96'>96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9608'>9608: Pens; ball-point, felt tipped, other porous tipped pens; fountain pens, stylograph pens duplicating stylos, propelling or sliding pencils; parts of the foregoing, excluding those of heading no. 9609</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960840'>960840: Pencils; propelling or sliding</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960810'>960810: Pens; ball point</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960820'>960820: Pens; felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960830'>960830: Pens; fountain, stylograph and other pens</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960850'>960850: Pen and pencil sets; of articles from two or more of the foregoing sub-headings</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960860'>960860: Pens; ball-point, refills comprising the ball point and ink-reservoir</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960891'>960891: Pens; nibs and nib points</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/960899'>960899: Pens and pencils; duplicating stylos, pen-holders, pencil-holders, and similar holders, parts of the articles of heading 9608, including caps and clips</a>"]

    

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