Manufactured with an Antimicrobial and/or antibacterial additive which fights bacteria growth on the product’s surface. Additive fights bacterial growth and neutralizes over 99% of bacteria on product's surface and remains effective for the life of the product. Quality #2 wood pencil. Silver ferrule with white eraser. "MicroHalt" printed below ferrule. MicroHalt products each have an EPA registered antimicrobial and/or antibacterial agent incorporated into the plastic/lacquer that protects the item itself by suppressing growth of bacteria, but does protect users or others against bacteria, viruses, germs or other disease organisms. For more information visit www.epa.gov Imprints are placed closest to the eraser to maximize the life of the imprint.