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Slip Joint Pliers 8-inch from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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