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Steel Cheese Wire Slicer from Japan

Handheld steel wire with wooden handles for slicing soft cheeses in households. Falls under HTS 8205.51.30 as other iron/steel household tools.

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

Emphasize cutting function over utensil to stay in 8205

Wood content < minor; declare steel as principal material

Safety testing for wire tension required