Woodworking Bench Chisel Set from China
A set of high-carbon steel bench chisels designed for woodworking, featuring beveled edges for precise cutting and shaping of wood. These chisels fall under HTS 8205.30.60.00 as 'other' cutting tools for working wood, including sets not classified elsewhere. They include handles made of wood or plastic for ergonomic use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify tool material composition (e.g
• carbon steel) and ensure woodworking-specific design to avoid reclassification as metalworking tools
• Provide detailed invoices specifying 'for working wood' to support classification under heading 8205