Panel Beating Hammer 12 oz
A 12 oz panel beating hammer for auto body repair, featuring various faces for shaping metal. The head weight is under 1.5 kg, making it a lightweight specialty hammer. This product is classified under tariff item 8205.20.90 as a hammer not elsewhere specified.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7% | — | 7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hammer is designed for climbing or mountaineering
This item covers hammers for climbing or mountaineering, which are excluded from the general 'Other' classification.
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