Industry · SIC 3950
Pens, Pencils & Other Artists' Materials
10 tracked issuers filing with the SEC under this industry classification.
Issuers
10
Recent filings
40
SIC code
3950
Industry overview
Pens, Pencils & Other Artists' Materials
SIC 3950 covers makers of pens, pencils, markers, sketch pads, inks, and specialty artist media that supply office retailers, art supply chains, e-commerce channels, design studios, schools, and hobbyists. Companies in this category balance commodity ballpoints and pencils with premium fountain pens, brush pens, and eco-friendly refill systems, while offering services like customization, private-label runs, and educational kits. Key risks include volatile pulp and metal prices, chemical safety standards for pigments and solvents, child-safety labeling rules under CPSIA, and sustainability scrutiny around plastics and deforestation. In 2024-2025, demand is shaped by hybrid work, growth in craft and calligraphy communities, biodegradable materials, water-based inks, and AI-driven personalization in online storefronts; supply chains continue to diversify beyond East Asia to reduce geopolitical exposure. Competitive pressure pushes brands to invest in ergonomics, carbon-footprint reporting, and subscription refills. For a closer read on how these dynamics hit the numbers, view SEC filings on Earnings Feed.
Source: Earnings Feed research · Nov 23, 2025
Latest filings
- SC 13G/ACOSTA INC52.9 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- SC 13G/ACOSTA INC53.0 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC5.0 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC5.2 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC5.0 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC5.1 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC5.1 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC5.0 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC5.2 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC7.9 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC7.8 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC8.3 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC8.2 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC8.3 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC6.8 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 8-KCOSTA INC89.7 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 8-KCOSTA INC38.6 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC4.8 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- SC 13GCOSTA INC12.9 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 8-KCOSTA INC50.9 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 8-KCOSTA INC57.6 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 3COSTA INC6.1 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- SC 13DCOSTA INC923.0 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 8-KCOSTA INC1.3 MBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 10-QCOSTA INC9.7 MBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 8-KCOSTA INC1.2 MBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC5.5 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC4.8 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC4.7 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC4.8 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC4.7 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC4.9 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4COSTA INC4.7 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4CROSS A T CO4.5 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4CROSS A T CO4.7 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 8-KCROSS A T CO593.4 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4CROSS A T CO4.6 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4CROSS A T CO4.7 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4CROSS A T CO4.7 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
- 4CROSS A T CO4.6 KBSEC(opens sec.gov)
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Classification
- SIC code
- 3950
- Total issuers
- 10
- Recent filings
- 40