76% recycled plastic. 1 BIC mechanical pencil = 2 1/2 woodcase pencils. Certified scantron (scantron tested the lead in this BIC mechanical pencils and found it compatible for use on scantron genuine forms). Always ready, sharp and accurate, BIC 2 mechanical pencils are the smart choice at test time. Perfect for standardized tested. 3 full length leads per pencil. Smooth writing lead does not smudge and erases cleanly. Lead advances quickly and easily. Made in France.