High-Alloy Steel Bolt Cutter
A heavy-duty hand tool designed for cutting thick bolts and chains, featuring hardened steel jaws with over 0.2% chromium by weight for superior edge retention and durability. Classified under HTS 8203.40.30.00 due to the alloy composition in the cutting part exceeding the specified thresholds for chromium. Ideal for industrial and automotive applications requiring precise, high-strength cutting.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cutting part has lower alloy content
Tools without the high Cr/Mo/W/V thresholds fall into the general pipe cutters/bolt cutters subheading.
If sold as part of a multi-tool set with screwdrivers
Sets with one or more of these tools and equal number of other handtools classify under heading 8205.
If for industrial machine mounting, not handheld
Non-handheld tools or parts for machines shift to Chapter 84 machinery parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify alloy content certificates from manufacturer to confirm chromium/molybdenum/tungsten/vanadium levels meet HTS criteria
• Include material test reports in documentation to avoid reclassification to lower-duty subheadings
• Ensure tools are not assembled into sets with forks/spoons, which could shift classification to 8215
Related Products under HTS 8203.40.30.00
Chrome-Moly Pipe Cutter
Handheld rotary pipe cutter with cutting wheel containing over 0.2% chromium and molybdenum for cutting copper, steel, and PVC pipes cleanly. Falls under HTS 8203.40.30.00 because of the specified high-alloy content in the cutting edge. Commonly used by plumbers and HVAC technicians.
Tungsten Carbide Bolt Cropper
Compact bolt cropper with jaws exceeding 0.2% tungsten content for cropping locks and rebar. HTS 8203.40.30.00 applies due to the high tungsten alloy in the cutting part providing extreme hardness. Used in security, construction, and rescue operations.
Molybdenum HVAC Duct Cutter
Specialized snips for cutting sheet metal ducts, with blades containing over 0.2% molybdenum for corrosion resistance. Fits HTS 8203.40.30.00 based on alloy specification in cutting part. Essential for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installers.
Industrial Chromium Cable Cutter
Ratchet-style cutter for armored cables and wires, with high-chromium blades over 0.2% for sharpness retention. Classified under HTS 8203.40.30.00 for alloyed cutting part. Used in electrical and telecommunications maintenance.
Vanadium Sheet Metal Nibbler
Hand nibbler punch for punching and cutting sheet metal up to 14 gauge, with vanadium-enhanced punch over 0.1%. HTS 8203.40.30.00 due to vanadium content in perforating part. Popular in metal fabrication shops.
High-Carbon Tungsten Rebar Cutter
Portable rebar cutter with tungsten-alloy jaws over 0.2% for construction sites. Meets HTS 8203.40.30.00 alloy requirements for cutting part. Designed for #4 rebar and smaller.