With heads not over 1.5 kg each
Handtools (including glass cutters) not elsewhere specified or included; blow torches and similar self-contained torches; vises, clamps and the like, other than accessories for and parts of machine tools or water-jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand- or pedal-operated grinding wheels with frameworks; base metal parts thereof: > Hammers and sledge hammers, and parts thereof: > With heads not over 1.5 kg each
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 8205.20.30.00
Claw Hammer 16 oz
A 16 oz claw hammer with a steel head weighing less than 1.5 kg, featuring a curved claw for prying nails and a smooth face for driving. Classified under HTS 8205.20.30.00 as a hammer with head not over 1.5 kg each, part of hand tools in Chapter 82.
Ball Peen Hammer 24 oz
A 24 oz ball peen hammer designed for metalworking, with a rounded peen end and flat striking face on a head under 1.5 kg. Fits HTS 8205.20.30.00 for hammers and sledge hammers with lighter heads.
Rubber Mallet 32 oz
A 32 oz rubber mallet with a non-marring rubber head weighing less than 1.5 kg, ideal for assembly without surface damage. Covered by HTS 8205.20.30.00 as a hammer type hand tool.
Carpenter's Framing Hammer 20 oz
A 20 oz framing hammer for carpenters, with a milled face and straight claw on a head under 1.5 kg. HTS 8205.20.30.00 applies to such lightweight construction hammers.
Tack Hammer 8 oz
An 8 oz tack hammer used for upholstery and small nails, featuring a magnetic head slot under 1.5 kg. Classed in HTS 8205.20.30.00 for small specialty hammers.
Dead Blow Hammer 16 oz
A 16 oz dead blow hammer filled with shot for non-rebound striking, head weight under 1.5 kg. HTS 8205.20.30.00 for such safety hammers.
Brass Hammer 12 oz
A 12 oz brass hammer for delicate work like jewelry making, soft head under 1.5 kg to avoid marring. Under HTS 8205.20.30.00 as specialty hammer.
Sledge Hammer 3 lb
A 3 lb (1.36 kg) sledge hammer for light demolition, double-faced head under 1.5 kg limit. Fits HTS 8205.20.30.00 for smaller sledge hammers.
Wooden Mallet 24 oz
A 24 oz wooden mallet for chisels and joinery, head carved from hardwood under 1.5 kg. Classified in HTS 8205.20.30.00 as traditional hammer.
Electrician's Hammer 20 oz
A 20 oz electrician's hammer with insulated handle and shock-resistant head under 1.5 kg. HTS 8205.20.30.00 for specialized trade hammers.
Chasing Hammer 16 oz
A 16 oz chasing hammer for metal repousse work, domed and flat faces on head <1.5 kg. Under HTS 8205.20.30.00 for artisan hammers.
Bush Hammer 1 kg
A 1 kg bush hammer with pyramid teeth for stone texturing, head weight compliant with 1.5 kg max. HTS 8205.20.30.00 applies.
Panel Beating Hammer 12 oz
A 12 oz panel beating hammer for auto body repair, various faces on light head <1.5 kg. Classed in HTS 8205.20.30.00.
Soft Face Hammer 24 oz
A 24 oz soft face hammer with plastic/urethane inserts, replaceable heads under 1.5 kg total. HTS 8205.20.30.00 for such.
Riveting Hammer 10 oz
A 10 oz riveting hammer with pointed peen for metal riveting, lightweight head <1.5 kg. Fits HTS 8205.20.30.00.