Oak Axe Handle from China
A durable oak wood handle designed specifically for attaching axe heads, featuring a contoured grip for secure handling during chopping tasks. This falls under HTS 4417.00.80.10 as it is a wooden tool handle classified separately from the tool head under Chapter 44 for wooden tool components. The straight, ergonomic design meets standard dimensions for heavy-duty manual tools.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify wood species certification to comply with Lacey Act requirements; ensure handles meet dimensional specs for tool assembly to avoid reclassification; check for kiln-drying certificates to prevent pest issues at customs