Tri-Conderoga’s thicker diameter and unique soft touch finish make it more comfortable than a standard pencil. The ergonomic triangular shape promotes proper pencil grip and helps alleviate hand tension while writing. Top quality erasers provide easy clean corrections. A large diameter sharpener is included. PMA certified non-toxic. With a rich history of quality spanning over 100 years Ticonderoga is the trusted brand preferred by teachers. The same spirit of ingenuity that fueled the creation of the very first Ticonderoga pencil continues to inspire innovation in our product line.