Timber Framing Axe from Japan
Heavy broadaxe for timber framing in construction and forestry, with flat blade for hewing planks. HTS 8201.40.60.10 as specialized hewing axe. Double-edged for precision work.
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
• Declare as 'industrial use only' to avoid retail duties
• Balance requirements for double blades
• Customs may inspect for construction tool reclass