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Aviation Snips Straight Cut from Mexico

Aviation snips designed for straight cuts in sheet metal up to 18 gauge. These heavy-duty metal cutting shears feature offset handles and spring-loaded blades, making them suitable for HVAC, roofing, and automotive applications. They fall under tariff item 8203.30.10 as shears used for cutting metal.

Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada

11%

Import Tips

• Ensure the snips are classified as metal cutting shears and not as general-purpose tools

• Verify the blade material is base metal to comply with Chapter 82 note 1

• Keep invoices detailed to support the tariff classification