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High-Alloy Steel Bolt Cutter from Japan

A heavy-duty hand tool designed for cutting thick bolts and chains, featuring hardened steel jaws with a chromium content exceeding 0.2% by weight. This construction ensures superior edge retention and durability for demanding cutting tasks. It is classified under tariff item 8203.40.00 as a bolt cropper.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

6.5%

Import Tips

• Declare the chromium content accurately on the customs documentation to support classification

• Ensure the tool is not considered a part of general use under Section XV Note 2

• Keep records of the steel composition for verification by CBSA