Firefighter Pulaski Axe from Japan
Pulaski axe combining axe blade and adze on one head, used by firefighters for clearing brush in forestry fire control. HTS 8201.40.60.10 covers this as a dual-purpose hewing tool for forestry. Long fiberglass handle enhances leverage.
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
• Certify compliance with NFPA safety standards for firefighting tools to expedite customs
• Declare dual blade functions explicitly to prevent split classification