Scout Spade from Japan
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 — 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
• 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