Hickory Axe Handle from Japan
Durable hickory wood handle for felling axes, featuring an oval eye for secure head attachment and shock-absorbing grain structure. Classified under HTS 4417.00.80.90 as a specialized wooden tool handle essential for logging and splitting tools. Length typically 36 inches with natural oil finish.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Require supplier certification of hickory species to prevent substitution with softer woods
• Check for straightness tolerance (within 1/8 inch over 36 inches) to confirm tool handle specs