Scutching Hoe for Masonry from Japan
A specialized hoe with a perforated blade for dressing bricks and mortar in construction, but adaptable for agricultural wall building. Classified in HTS 8201.30.00 as a hoe variant for forestry and horticulture-related tasks. Base metal blade fits the hand tool criteria.
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
• Provide dual-use evidence (ag/hort) to support 8201.30 over industrial tool codes
• Certify blade perforations meet safety standards for sharp-edged imports
• Pair with similar hoes in manifests for efficient processing