Diagonal Cutting Plier Blade Inserts from China
Hardened cutting blade replacements for diagonal cutting pliers, ideal for wire trimming in electrical work. Precision-ground for clean cuts without damaging insulation. HTS 8203.20.80.00 as parts of cutting pliers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Test Rockwell hardness certification to prove tool-quality steel
• Declare as 'blades only' with photos showing incomplete assembly
• Watch for Section 301 tariffs on Chinese-origin cutting tool parts