Model Maker Needle File
Assorted needle files for plastic and metal model assembly. These precision files are classified under tariff item 8207.90.90 as interchangeable tools.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the files are for portable power tools
Powered needle files would fall under this sibling item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the files are not hand tools of heading 82.05
• Provide the set's composition and intended use
• Check if the set includes handles; if so, ensure they are not classified separately
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Half-Round Wood Rasp
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Industrial Tungsten File
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