Is it really made of lead? Isn't that toxic? I thought graphite is what's typically used...

No. No pencils in use today use lead. Pencils have always been made from Graphite which is safe and non-toxic. The discoverers of Graphite thought it was a form of lead (because of it's shiny gray color) and the name stuck. Regular wooden pencils use a combination of clay and graphite for their "leads." The Pentel Hi Polymer "leads" use graphite mixed with a polymber (plastic) to make the "lead" smoother so it glides across the page. For more information: http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2010/11/why-pencil-lead-is-called-lead/

Where is this product made?

My shipment of the 180 piece 0.5mm HB that arrived in February 2018 states: “Lead made in Japan / Assembled in Mexico”. BTW, good question as more and more Pentel products are no longer being produced in Japan.

DOES IT FIT INTO CROSS MECHANICAL PENCIL?

Yes, this lead fits any 0.5mm mechanical pencil

Can i choose 2h or 3h?

That depends on how dark you need your lines/notation to be. 3H is harder, which is less prone to breakage but also leaves a slightly lighter, less visible mark. Softer leads create darker, more visible marks but are more likely to get smudged accidentally (and are more difficult to erase if necessary). So you have to assess what you need to do to make the best choice. Note: There is not a significant difference in hardness between 2H or 3H. I seldom use anything harder than 2H for engineered drawing because I can create lines that are sufficIently dark for my prints or copies. However, I prefer to use 2mm 7B lead for notation and the lettering on my dimensions because it creates a uniform consistency in the resulting prints.

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Pentel Super Hi-Polymer Refills, 0.5 mm Fine, HB, 180 Pieces of Lead (C25BPHB6)

Pentel Super Hi-Polymer Refills, 0.5 mm Fine, HB, 180 Pieces of Lead (C25BPHB6)

Product ID: 451462287

Details

Age range (description)
Kid Teen Adult
Brand
Pentel
Colour
Black
Ink colour
Black
Writing instrument form
Mechanical

♻️100% recycled plastic tubes

✏️0.5mm ultra-fine precision

🛡️break-resistant formula

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Description

✏️ Write sharp, stay sharp — the lead that keeps up with your hustle.

ECO CHIC REFILLS - Each tube crafted from 100% recycled plastic—write sustainably without compromise.
PRECISION PERFECTED - 0.5mm fine lead delivers crisp, clean lines for flawless notes and sketches.
SMOOTH DARK IMPRINT - Glides effortlessly with a rich, clear line—no sharpening needed, ever.
SCAN READY HB HARDNESS - Equivalent to #2 pencil, ideal for test scans and professional documents.
UNBREAKABLE CONFIDENCE - Proprietary Hi-Polymer formula resists breaking, so you never lose your flow.

Pentel Super Hi-Polymer 0.5mm HB lead refills are the world’s #1 selling mechanical pencil lead, known for their break-resistant, smooth writing experience. Packaged in eco-friendly recycled plastic tubes, these 180-piece refills deliver consistent, dark lines ideal for professional writing, drawing, and test scanning—no sharpening required.

Specifications

ASIN	B072HQT3Q2
Additional Features	Refillable
Age Range Description	Kid, Teen, Adult
Age range (description)	Kid, Teen, Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#26,887 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #53 in Mechanical Pencil Leads
Body Shape	Round
Brand	Pentel
Brand Name	Pentel
Closure Type	Retractable
Color	Black
Colour	Black
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 11,003 Reviews
Drill Point	Fine
Global Trade Identification Number	00072512266984
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Hardness	HB
Included Components	tubes of lead(6)
Ink Base	Water
Ink Color	Black
Ink colour	Black
Item Diameter	0.5 Millimeters
Item Dimensions	7.1 x 11.7 x 18.7 centimeters
Item Weight	2.11 Ounces
Line Size	0_5mm
Manufacturer	Pentel
Material	Plastic
Material Type	Plastic
Model Name	C25BPHB6
Model Number	C25BPHB6
Pattern	180
Recommended Uses For Product	Writing
Style	0.5 mm
UPC	072512266984
Unit Count	180 Count
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
Writing Instrument Form	Graphite Pencil
Writing Technique	pencil lead
Writing instrument form	Graphite Pencil

Reviews

D**Y

Good.

Good lead. Like the 0.5mm and HB.

30.04.2026

A**A

Great

Nice and easy, fast shipping

29.09.2019

A**H

5/5

pentel makes finest stationary!

29.07.2017

A**R

Excellent

11.05.2019

H**O

Good quality

Nice

31.07.2023

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