Wiss 12-Inch Mill File
A single-cut mill file approximately 15 cm long, ideal for finishing and deburring soft metals like aluminum. Classified under HTS 8203.10.60.00 due to its length between 11 and 17 cm and use as a hand-held filing tool.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If over 17 cm in length
Longer files fall into the subsequent length subheading in 8203.10.
If made primarily of abrasive grains on a paper/cloth backing rather than base metal teeth
Such files are classified as abrasive articles in Chapter 68, not metal handtools.
If imported in a set with kitchen utensils including knives
Chapter notes classify sets of knives (8211) with equal number of 8215 articles in heading 8215.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include detailed specifications on cut pattern and tooth configuration in commercial invoices
• Ensure packaging distinguishes from power tool accessories to prevent misclassification
Related Products under HTS 8203.10.60.00
Nicholson 8-Inch Bastard File
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.
Irwin 14 cm Taper File
A 14 cm triangular taper file used for sharpening saw teeth and woodworking tools. It qualifies for HTS 8203.10.60.00 as a rasp-like handtool with length in the specified range.
Klein Tools 13-Inch Cabinet File
A 13-inch (33 cm total but working length 15 cm) smooth-cut cabinet file for fine woodworking. HTS 8203.10.60.00 applies based on specified overall length measurement standard.
Eclipse 15 cm Needle File Set (Individual)
A single 15 cm needle file from precision sets, used for intricate metal filing in jewelry making. Classifies individually under HTS 8203.10.60.00 for its length as a similar tool to rasps.
Stanley 16 cm Round File
A 16 cm cylindrical round file for enlarging holes and smoothing curved surfaces in metalwork. Falls under HTS 8203.10.60.00 for files in the 11-17 cm length category.