Doloire Axe from Japan
A doloire axe, a cooper's hewing axe with a slanted broad blade for shaping barrel staves in forestry-related woodworking. It is classified under tariff item 8201.40.90 as a specialized hewing tool.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
6%
Import Tips
• Document the axe's specific use in cooperage to justify classification as a hewing tool
• Confirm the blade is of base metal
• Be prepared to explain its niche application