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Bulk Replacement Scissors Blades

Bulk replacement scissors blades are loose steel blades intended for repairing or assembling scissors. They are classified under tariff item 8213.00.30 as blades for scissors and shears, as they are base metal parts specifically designed for cutting tools in this heading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6.5%β€”6.5%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8213.00.10Higher: 11% vs 6.5%

If the blades are sold together with scissors as a set

Complete scissors are classified under the scissors item, not the blades item.

8213.00.20Lower: 3.5% vs 6.5%

If the blades are in an unfinished state, such as blanks

Blanks for scissors are classified separately from finished blades.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure the blades are classified as parts of scissors, not as finished scissors, to avoid misclassification

β€’ Declare the value accurately as they are often imported in bulk for manufacturing

β€’ Verify that the blades are made of base metal and do not include any precious metal components