Mortise Chisel from Mexico
A heavy-duty mortise chisel with a thick blade for cutting square holes in wood, ideal for joinery and furniture making. Classified under HTS 8205.30.60.00 as other similar cutting tools for wood. Features a sturdy handle to withstand mallet strikes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include usage demonstration or specs proving wood-working purpose to differentiate from metal chisels
• Label as 'hand tool for woodworking' and avoid machine tool accessory claims
• Watch for undervaluation penalties; provide proof of origin for preferential duty treatment