Slip Joint Pliers 8-inch from China
Adjustable slip joint pliers with two positions for gripping various sizes of nuts, bolts, and pipes. Made from forged alloy steel with ergonomic vinyl handles. Classified under HTS 8203.20.60 as pliers, other than parts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify tool material composition (e.g
• carbon steel vs alloy) for accurate HTS classification and country-of-melt reporting
• Include detailed invoices specifying tool type, size, and intended use to avoid misclassification as parts
• Ensure compliance with safety standards like ANSI for tools destined for professional use