Broad Axe

A traditional broad-bladed axe used for hewing timber logs into planks in forestry. HTS 8201.40.60.80 covers this as a similar hewing tool for forestry applications. Distinct from hatchets due to its size and straight-edge blade.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.2%+35.0%41.2%
🇲🇽Mexico6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇨🇦Canada6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇩🇪Germany6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇯🇵Japan6.2%+10.0%16.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8201.40.30.00Lower: 35% vs 41.2%

If statistically classified as a hatchet under trade data

Smaller hewing tools resembling hatchets may use specific statistical suffixes.

8211.92.40Lower: 14.6% vs 41.2%

If designed as a sheath-type fixed-blade hunting knife

Fixed-blade knives with substantial sheaths for hunting classify to 8211.92.

8432.10.00Lower: 35% vs 41.2%

If part of a complete forestry harvesting machine

Parts of agricultural machinery fall under Chapter 84.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document blade sharpening angle and weight to prove hewing function

Comply with safety standards like ANSI for US market entry

Check for anti-dumping duties on certain base metal imports from specific countries