Horticultural Timber Wedge from Japan
A forged steel wedge used for splitting logs and felling trees in forestry operations, often driven by hand or axe. Explicitly listed in the heading, it fits HTS 8201.90.60.00 as an other tool for forestry with base metal construction. Designed for agricultural tree management.
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
• Specify weight and dimensions to confirm it meets 'timber wedge' criteria versus smaller chisels
• Mark products with country of smelt/refine for steel content over 15% to avoid Section 232 tariffs
• Avoid shipping in sets with knives unless balanced per chapter note rules for heading 8215