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
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
• Specialize invoices for 'cooperage tools' to lock in 8201.40 classification
• Test blade sharpness standards to meet US import safety for edged tools