Tin Snips Straight Pattern from United States
12-inch straight pattern tin snips for cutting tin plate, aluminum, and soft metals up to 18 gauge. These snips have drop-forged chrome molybdenum blades with color-coded soft grips. They fall under this tariff item as classic metal cutting shears.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
11%
Import Tips
• Confirm the snips are for metal cutting
• Describe the tool as a shear in customs documentation
• Verify the blade material to comply with Chapter 82