EXCLUSIVE #2 GRAPHITE FORMULA: Proprietary graphite formula mined from carefully controlled sources provides extra smooth performance; thick graphite core delivers broad consistent lines | PREMIUM WOOD: Harvested from responsibly managed forests, these pencils provide smooth, even sharpening with minimal breakage; Number 2 pencils are golden yellow lacquered for a coated matte finish and are pre-sharpened to save you time | LATEX-FREE ERASER: Superior, latex-free eraser removes marks completely without smudging and is securely glued in the signature green & gold ferrules | SAFE FOR KIDS: PMA certified non-toxic so you have the assurance you need to focus on the task at hand | TRUSTED BRAND: Ticonderoga is part of the Dixon Ticonderoga family of products which includes Prang, Dixon, Pacon, Tru-Ray, UCreate, Fadeless, Classroom Keepers, Bordette, Creativity Street, Spectra, Strathmore, Canson, Daler-Rowney, Lyra, Das, Maimeri, Princeton Artist Brush, and more