Mortise Chisel with Tungsten Alloy Edge from Japan
Heavy-duty mortise chisel featuring a cutting edge with over 0.2% tungsten for exceptional hardness and resistance to deformation during precise joinery work in woodworking. The bevel edge design allows for clean cuts in tight mortise joints. Falls under HTS 8205.30.30.00 based on the high tungsten content in the blade.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct metallurgical testing if challenged by customs; provide spectrographic analysis proving tungsten levels
• Ensure packaging specifies 'for wood only' to distinguish from metal tools and support classification