Replacement Jaw Plates for Slip Joint Pliers from China

These hardened steel jaw plates are designed to replace worn gripping surfaces on slip joint pliers. They fit standard plier models and are sold as individual parts for repair. Classified under HTS 8203.20.80.00 as parts of pliers, not complete tools.

Duty Rate — China → United States

39.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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

Verify compatibility with specific plier models via manufacturer specs to avoid misclassification as complete tools

Include detailed invoices specifying 'parts only, not assembled' to prevent customs disputes

Check for anti-dumping duties on Chinese steel components common in plier jaws