Hand Cultivator Claw from Japan
Three-prong steel claw cultivator for breaking soil crust and weeding between plants in small gardens. Classifies under HTS 8201.90.60.00 as an other horticultural handtool similar to hand forks. Base metal tines for precise soil agitation.
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
• Measure tine length to confirm handtool scale vs larger cultivators
• Include rust-resistant coating specs in material declarations
• Test for breakage standards in heavy clay soil simulations