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Jewelry Making Tweezers

Non-magnetic tweezers with smooth tips for manipulating delicate beads, stones, and findings in jewelry crafting. Falls under HTS 8203.20.20.00 as tweezers, a type of hand tool akin to pincers for fine work.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+37.5%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+10.0%14%
🇨🇦Canada4%+10.0%14%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8205.59.55Higher: 55.3% vs 41.5%

If imported in sets with pliers and cutters for crafts

Craft tool sets classify under 8205 based on statistical reporting for sets.

9017.80.00.00Higher: 42.8% vs 41.5%

If equipped with magnification or measuring scales

Tools for drawing or measuring in jewelry design may fall under Chapter 90.

7117.90Lower: 23.5% vs 41.5%

If integral to jewelry manufacturing machinery

Parts of imitation jewelry machines shift to Chapter 71.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Label as 'hobby/craft tweezers' to prevent confusion with precision measuring tools

• Include photos or samples in entry documentation to confirm hand tool status

• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics industrial parts shipments