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 Medium, HB, 180 Pieces of Lead (C25BPHB6)

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

Product ID: 387977692

Details

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

♻️100% recycled plastic tubes

✏️0.5mm precision lead

🛡️break-resistant formula

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Description

✏️♻️ Write smart, write strong, write sustainably.

ECO CHIC CHOICE - Each refill tube is crafted from 100% recycled plastic, aligning with your sustainable lifestyle.
UNMATCHED PRECISION - 0.5mm medium lead delivers crisp, consistent lines for flawless notes and sketches.
TEST READY CONFIDENCE - HB hardness guarantees perfect #2 pencil equivalent marks that scan flawlessly every time.
BULK SUPPLY ZERO HASSLE - 180 leads per pack keep your creative flow uninterrupted—because running out is not an option.
BREAK RESISTANT BRILLIANCE - Proprietary Hi-Polymer formula resists snapping, so you never lose momentum.

Pentel Super Hi-Polymer Refills offer 180 pieces of 0.5mm HB lead, engineered for smooth, break-resistant writing and drawing. Packaged in eco-friendly recycled plastic tubes, this refill is the global best-seller trusted for precise, scan-friendly marks—perfect for professionals and creatives who demand reliability and sustainability.

Specifications

ASIN	B072HQT3Q2
Age Range Description	Adult
Age range (description)	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	645,267 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 1,119 in Mechanical Pencil Leads
Body Shape	Cylindrical
Brand	Pentel
Brand Name	Pentel
Closure Type	Click-Off Cap
Colour	Black
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 11,257 Reviews
Drill Point	Fine
Global Trade Identification Number	00072512266984
Hardness	HB
Included Components	tubes of lead(6)
Ink Base	Pigment
Ink Colour	Black
Ink colour	Black
Is the Product Left or Right Handed?	Ambidextrous
Item Diameter	0.5 Millimetres
Item Dimensions	7.1 x 11.7 x 18.7 centimetres
Item Weight	2.11 Ounces
Line Size	0.5mm
Manufacturer	Pentel
Material	Plastic
Material Type	Plastic
Model Name	Pentel Super Hi-Polymer Refills, 0.5 mm Medium, HB, 180 Pieces of Lead (C25BPHB6)
Model Number	C25BPHB6
Recommended Uses For Product	Drafting, Drawing
Special Features	Refillable
Style	180
Writing instrument form	Graphite Pencil

Reviews

A**R

Excellent

11.05.2019

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

H**O

Good quality

Nice

31.07.2023

C**Z

Buen producto

Lo que requería para el regreso a clases.

15.03.2022

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