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Singer Heavy Duty Seam Ripper Blades

Singer heavy duty seam ripper blades are sharp base metal replacement blades for seam rippers, used for precise thread removal. They are classified under tariff item 8213.00.30 as blades for scissors and shears, being cutting parts for 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%

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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 with the seam ripper as a complete tool

Complete seam rippers are classified under the scissors and shears item.

8213.00.20Lower: 3.5% vs 6.5%

If the blades are in an unfinished form, 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 for seam rippers, which are considered similar to scissors or shears

β€’ Declare the blades as parts of cutting tools to ensure correct classification

β€’ Verify that the blades are made of base metal and do not include any other materials that could change classification