Simpson PTP-27 Powder-Actuated Tool Kit from China
The Simpson PTP-27 is a .27 caliber powder-actuated handtool for driving pins into concrete and steel in framing and deck construction. The kit includes the tool, case, and sample loads but classifies as the handtool itself. HTS 8205.59.2000 covers this category of explosive powder-driven fastening tools.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Separate powder cartridge declarations to avoid hazardous material surcharges or denial at port
• Provide engineering specs showing hand-held design vs. stationary to confirm 8205 classification
• Register tool serial numbers for traceability in construction liability insurance requirements