Forged Golok Machete from Japan
Indonesian golok machete with hand-forged 16-inch blade for forestry chopping and horticultural pruning. HTS 8201.40.3000 due to its role as a bill hook-like hewing tool. Buffalo horn handle adds traditional appeal.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES certification if horn handles from protected species
• Photograph full assembly for records, as parts may be inspected separately
• Declare blade material precisely (e.g
• 1095 carbon steel) for alloy duties