Doloire Axe from Japan
A cooper's hewing axe with a slanted broad blade for shaping barrel staves in forestry-related woodworking. Classified under HTS 8201.40.60 as a specialized axe hewing tool for forestry crafts. Fits 'other' for niche hewing applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specialize invoices for 'cooperage tools' to lock in 8201.40 classification
• Test blade sharpness standards to meet US import safety for edged tools