Diagonal Cutting Pliers
Diagonal cutting pliers with angled jaws for flush-cutting wires and small nails. Classified in HTS 8203.20.60.30 as other pliers including cutting types for electronics and crafting.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fixed-blade sheath type for hunting
Statistical note defines sheath knives under 8211.92; cutting pliers mimicking may shift if holstered.
If household set with matching utensils
Sets per chapter note with knives/equal 8215 items classify as 8215 kitchen sets.
If parts for power-operated handtools
State of completion: if unfinished jaws for power plier tools, under Chapter 84 parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test cutting edge hardness (Rockwell scale) for quality claims; undervaluation leads to audits
• Use HTS correctly vs. 8211 knives; provide function demos if challenged at entry
• For sets, count pieces per statistical note to report accurately under 8205/8215 rules
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