Klein Tools 13-Inch Cabinet File
A 33 cm cabinet file with a 15 cm working length, smooth-cut for fine woodworking. It is classified under tariff item 8203.10.00 as a file of base metal, regardless of the overall length, since the tariff item covers all files, rasps and similar tools.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Measure the working surface, not the handle, when describing the product to the CBSA
• Keep packaging and labels intact to show the file is a hand tool, not a power tool accessory
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