Stihl Professional Chainsaw Chain 18 Inch from Mexico
A high-performance 18-inch chainsaw chain designed for professional use with cutting teeth containing over 0.2% chromium and 0.1% vanadium by weight for superior durability and edge retention. This falls under HTS 8202.40.30.00 due to its alloyed cutting parts meeting the specified elemental thresholds in chain saw blades.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify alloy composition certificates from manufacturer to confirm chromium, molybdenum, tungsten, or vanadium content meets HTS criteria
• Ensure chain pitch, gauge, and drive link count are documented for customs valuation and statistical reporting
• Avoid misclassification as lower-duty plain carbon chains by providing material analysis reports