New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Diagonal Cutting Pliers 7-inch

Diagonal cutting pliers designed for cutting copper wire, small bolts, and soft metals with induction-hardened cutting edges. Bi-material handles for comfort. HTS 8203.20.60 covers cutting pliers, other.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+37.5%43%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+60.0%65.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

Alternative Classifications

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

8205.51.30Lower: 41.2% vs 43%

If in household tool kits

Sets classifiable in 8205 if meeting equal article criteria from chapter note.

8203.20.80Lower: 42% vs 43%

If imported as replacement parts only

Parts of pliers and similar tools have separate provision excluding complete tools.

8462.29.00Lower: 41.9% vs 43%

If for use in bench vises

Machine-specific cutting shears classify under Chapter 84 machinery parts.

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

• Specify cutting capacity (e.g

• 16 AWG wire) on commercial documents for customs valuation

• Ensure heat treatment details are documented to prevent classification as unfinished parts