Tajima 7-Inch Taper File
A 7-inch (17.8 cm) triangular taper file for sharpening saw teeth and triangular filing tasks. Its length exceeds 17 cm, classifying it under tariff item 8203.10.00 for files over 17 cm.
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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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 8203100000; Equal To 8203100000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the file is used for sharpening tools
Other hand tools of base metal may be classified under heading 8205.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the file's length exceeds 17 cm for correct classification
• Include the triangular shape and intended use in the product description
• Ensure the working part is base metal as per Chapter 82 Note 1
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