May 7, 2025
China – Largest producer and exporter of pencils globally. – Home to many large manufacturers, including China First Pencil Co. Ltd.
India – One of the top producers of wooden pencils. – Major companies include Hindustan Pencils (makers of Nataraj and Apsara) and Doms Industries.
Germany – Renowned for high-quality pencils. – Home to legacy brands like Faber-Castell, Staedtler, and LYRA.
Brazil – A major exporter of pencil slats (from incense cedar and other woods) and also produces finished pencils. – Companies like Companhia Melhoramentos are key players.
Indonesia – Important in supplying raw materials, especially wood for pencil manufacturing. – Also produces finished pencils for export.
United States – Still has several pencil manufacturing units. – Companies like General Pencil Company and Musgrave Pencil Company continue to produce in the U.S.
Vietnam – An emerging player in pencil manufacturing. – Exports large volumes of pencils and wooden slats.