Welding Magnet Clamp
A magnetic square for holding metal at 90 or 45 degree angles during welding setup, with strong rare-earth magnets. This functions as a positioning clamp, and since it has a base metal working part (the magnets are not the working part, but the steel body is), it falls under tariff item 8205.70.90 as an 'Other' clamp. It is not a precision clamp or a surgical clamp, so it is excluded from the sibling items.
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% | +25.0% | 31.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the clamp is a precision tool for machinists
Precision clamps for professional use are classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the clamp is not classified as a magnetic holding device, which could fall under Chapter 85
• Declare the clamp as a hand-operated positioning tool
• Verify if the magnets are considered the working part, as this could affect classification
Related Products under Tariff item 8205.70.90
Band Clamp for Drum Sanding
A flexible band clamp designed to secure wood segments around drum sander drums, featuring a ratchet tensioner for controlled tightening. This manual workshop clamp is constructed with a base metal band and working parts, qualifying it as a hand-operated clamp under tariff item 8205.70.90. It is not a precision clamp for toolmakers or a surgical clamp, so it falls under the 'Other' category.
C-Clamp for Metal Fabrication
A heavy-duty C-shaped clamp with a swivel pad for welding and metalworking, capable of high-pressure holds and made from drop-forged steel. This manual clamp is a hand-operated tool with a base metal working part, qualifying for tariff item 8205.70.90 as an 'Other' clamp. It is not a precision clamp or a surgical clamp, so it is excluded from the sibling items.
Deep-Throat Clamp
A clamp with an extended throat depth for accessing recessed workpiece areas in cabinetry, styled as an F-clamp. This hand-operated clamp is made of base metal and is used for woodworking, falling under tariff item 8205.70.90 as an 'Other' clamp. It is not a precision clamp for toolmakers or a surgical clamp, so it is not classified under the sibling items.
Parallel Clamp Set
A set of bar clamps maintaining parallel jaw pressure for panel glue-ups, including a clamp stand. These hand-operated clamps are made of base metal and are used in woodworking, falling under tariff item 8205.70.90 as 'Other' clamps. They are not precision clamps for toolmakers or surgical clamps, so they are not classified under the sibling items.
Pipe Clamp Fixture
An adjustable clamp using standard iron pipe for extended reach in woodworking glue-ups, featuring a quick-grip style with ratchet mechanism. This manual clamp is a hand-operated tool with a base metal working part, qualifying for tariff item 8205.70.90 as an 'Other' clamp. It is not a precision clamp or a surgical clamp, so it is excluded from the sibling items.
Quick-Release Woodworking Clamp
A bar clamp with a quick-adjust mechanism for holding wood panels during glue-ups and assembly, featuring padded jaws to prevent marring. This hand-operated clamp is made of base metal and is used in woodworking, falling under tariff item 8205.70.90 as an 'Other' clamp. It is not a precision clamp for toolmakers or a surgical clamp, so it is not classified under the sibling items.