Hickory Tool Handle Blanks
Non-coniferous hickory wood sticks, roughly squared and trimmed for axe and hammer handle manufacturing, pointed but unturned. These sticks are in raw form before final shaping, meeting the criteria for this tariff item as non-coniferous wood in the rough.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sticks are turned or shaped into finished handles
Finished tool handles would be classified under heading 4417.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the sticks are not further worked beyond squaring and pointing
• Declare the species (hickory) and dimensions accurately
• Verify if a certificate of origin is needed to claim preferential duty rates
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