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Copper Glass Cutter

A handheld copper wheel glass cutter for scoring straight lines in household window or craft glass projects. Classified under HTS 8205.51.4500 as a copper household handtool, including glass cutters not elsewhere specified. Oil reservoir enhances home DIY usability.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8202.91.30.00Same rate: 37.5%

If with diamond or carbide cutting head

Glass cutters with precious/semi-precious stone or similar cutting edges classify in heading 8202.

8205.59.30Same rate: 37.5%

If sold for professional glazing trade

Non-household glass cutters go to other handtools subheading.

8205.60.00.00Higher: 40.4% vs 37.5%

If imported as replacement copper parts only

Parts of household tools classify separately from complete tools.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include cutting wheel specs confirming copper construction; carbide tips may alter material classification

• Package for retail home use to reinforce household designation

• Avoid bulk import labeling as 'professional glazier tool' risking reclass to 8205.59

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