Shipyard Adze
A heavy adze used for shaping and smoothing timber in shipbuilding, with a curved blade set perpendicular to the handle. This hewing tool is classified under tariff item 8201.40.90 as an 'other' tool of a kind used in forestry or similar trades. The base metal blade is designed for precise wood removal.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the adze is designed for climbing or mountaineering
Climbing-specific adzes are classified under 8201.40.10, not shipyard tools.
If the adze is for a use not specified in headings 8201.10 to 8201.80
Other hand tools of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture, or forestry fall under 8201.90.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Adzes are classified as hewing tools under 8201.40.90, so declare the product as an adze, not a general cutting tool
• Ensure the blade is of base metal and the tool is complete with a handle
• If the adze is for shipbuilding, note that Section XVII exclusions do not apply to hand tools
Related Products under Tariff item 8201.40.90
Adze
A traditional hewing tool with a perpendicular blade for shaping timber in forestry and boatbuilding, featuring a curved hafted head. It falls under tariff item 8201.40.90 as a bill hook or similar hewing tool.
Adze with Curved Blade
A traditional woodworking adze with a curved steel blade perpendicular to the handle, used for shaping timber in forestry. It is classified under tariff item 8201.40.90 as a similar hewing tool.
Bill Hook
A curved blade tool on a long handle for pruning hedges and light wood hewing in horticulture, similar to a sickle but for thicker branches. It is classified under tariff item 8201.40.90 as a bill hook.
Broad Axe
A broad axe with a wide blade and one flat side, used for hewing logs into beams in forestry. It falls under tariff item 8201.40.90 as an axe or similar hewing tool for forestry applications.
Camping Hatchet
A compact steel hatchet for camping and light forestry tasks like chopping kindling, with a blade under 6 inches. It is classified under tariff item 8201.40.90 as a small axe, and includes a nylon sheath.
Cooper's Adze
A small adze for barrel making, related to forestry woodworking. It is classified under tariff item 8201.40.90 as a hewing tool for niche applications.