Scout Spade from China
A lightweight, short-handled steel spade for scouts and gardeners to dig small holes or trenches in horticultural activities. Falls under HTS 8201.90.60.00 as an other handtool for agriculture/horticulture, with base metal blade for soil work. Smaller than standard spades.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Differentiate blade length/width from full spades to stay in 'other' subheading
• Label with age-appropriate safety warnings for youth-oriented tools
• Comply with ASTM standards for handtools if destined for educational use