High-Carbon Steel Wood Chisel Set from Japan
A set of professional wood chisels with blades made from high-speed steel alloy containing over 0.2% chromium and 0.1% vanadium for superior edge retention and durability. Designed specifically for woodworking tasks like carving, shaping, and mortising. Classified under HTS 8205.30.30.00 due to the alloyed cutting edge exceeding the specified elemental thresholds.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify alloy composition certificates from manufacturer to confirm chromium/vanadium content meets HTS criteria during customs inspection
• Label tools clearly as 'woodworking chisels' to avoid misclassification as general tools; include material specs on invoices