Lineman's Pliers from Mexico
Heavy-duty lineman's pliers with cutting edges for stripping wire insulation and twisting wires. HTS 8203.20.60.30 covers these as other pliers for electrical linemen and telecom work.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Certify compliance with ASTM F1505 for insulated tools to pass customs electrical safety checks
• Specify 'cutting pliers type' on manifests but confirm not statistical sheath-type under 8211.92
• Watch for country-of-origin marking; unbranded imports from high-duty nations face scrutiny