Nicholson 8-Inch Bastard File from Japan
A rectangular double-cut bastard file measuring 14 cm in overall length, designed for general-purpose filing of metal and wood surfaces. It falls under HTS 8203.10.60.00 as a file over 11 cm but not over 17 cm in length, used for smoothing and shaping materials in workshops.
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
• Verify exact length measurement from tang to tip to confirm subheading 8203.10.60.00 compliance
• Provide material certificates confirming base metal construction to avoid reclassification
• Label tools clearly as 'files' and include cut type (e.g
• bastard) for customs documentation