Tajima 7-Inch Taper File from Japan
A 7-inch triangular taper file used for sharpening saw teeth and triangular filing tasks. Under HTS 8203.10.30.00 due to its length under 11 cm and design as a similar hand tool to files and rasps.
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
• Measure length precisely excluding handle if tang-mounted to confirm subheading
• Provide sharpening demonstration or use-case docs if questioned on classification
• Watch for quota restrictions on certain hand tool imports from high-volume countries