Spear & Jackson Razorsharp Hedge Shears from Japan
High-carbon steel hedge shears with razor-sharp non-stick blades and shock-absorbing buffers for comfortable two-handed use. Suitable for trimming boxwood and yew hedges in formal gardens. Classified in 8201.60.00.00 as similar two-handed shears for horticulture.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain certificates confirming carbon steel composition to support base metal parts classification
• For bulk imports, segregate from single-handed tools to prevent commingling in customs exams
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'lawn tools' which could lead to 8433 classification for machinery parts