Forged Steel Crowbar from Japan
A 24-inch forged steel crowbar designed for prying and leveraging in construction and demolition tasks. It falls under HTS 8205.59.30.80 as one of the 'other' track tools and wedges not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the subheading. Classified here due to its manual operation and similarity to tools used in railroad track work.
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
• Verify the tool is not powered or mechanized to avoid reclassification under Chapter 84 or 85
• Provide detailed material composition (e.g
• carbon steel alloy) and dimensions in commercial invoices for accurate valuation
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards for import documentation to prevent customs holds