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Needle-Nose Pliers with Cutter

Long, thin-jawed pliers ideal for gripping small wires, bending pins, and integrated cutting. Classified in HTS 8203.20.60.60 as other pliers including cutting pliers, excluding parts. Essential for electronics repair and jewelry making.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8203.20.60Same rate: 40.5%

If specifically for electrical work with insulated handles

While 8203.20.60.60 is general 'other,' insulated electrician pliers may align closer to subheadings like 8203.20.6060 if enumerated.

7117.90.75.00Lower: 10% vs 40.5%

If marketed primarily as jewelry making tools with precious metal touches

Imitation jewelry tools can shift to Chapter 71 if primarily for ornamental work.

8205.51.30Lower: 38.7% vs 40.5%

If household tool sets including these pliers with equal screwdrivers

Household hand tool sets classify in 8205, differing from individual professional tools.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label with precise dimensions (e.g

• jaw length) to prevent confusion with tweezers or specialized tools

• Provide origin certificates for steel components; watch for anti-dumping duties on certain plier imports

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