Stanley 4.5-Inch Needle File Set from China
A set of precision needle files, each 4.5 inches long, for fine work on small metal parts in jewelry making and model building. Classified under HTS 8203.10.30.00 as rasps and similar short hand tools ideal for detailed filing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Count and report each individual file piece separately per statistical notes for sets in related headings
• Ensure files are not packaged as machine accessories to prevent reclassification; specify handheld use in invoices
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain steel files from specific origins like China