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Office & School
Office & School·Staedtler

Noris Natural Wood Pencils (12-Pack)

A
PFR Grade
Excellent — minimal plastic, transparent materials, safe for daily use
PEFC-certified sustainable wood. No plastic barrel. No synthetic coatings. Staedtler is a leader in sustainable pencil manufacturing. AP Certified non-toxic.
PFR Approved

12-pack natural wood pencils. PEFC-certified sustainable wood. No plastic barrel. AP Certified non-toxic.

Score Breakdown

How scores are calculated

Materials (40%): How plastic-free the product is — raw materials, construction, and coatings.

Packaging (20%): Is the product packaged in plastic? Is it recyclable?

Transparency (20%): Does the brand disclose ingredients, sourcing, and manufacturing?

Durability (20%): How long does it last? Longer-lasting products reduce plastic waste over time.

Materials
10
Packaging
8
Transparency
8
Durability
8

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Last updated: April 6, 2026

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Low Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

Office and school supplies contain phthalates (in vinyl binders, folders, and backpacks), BPA (in thermal receipt paper), and VOCs (in markers, glues, and correction fluid). Children spend 6-8 hours per day in school environments with these products.

Why We Recommend This Product

Staedtler's natural wood pencils are PEFC-certified sustainable wood — no plastic barrel, no synthetic coatings. AP Certified non-toxic. A simple, sustainable choice for school and office use.

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