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Steel Hand File Sharpener

Portable steel tool with edged triangular blade for sharpening saw files. HTS 8205.59.5510 as other edged handtool of iron or steel. Field maintenance tool.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.3%+50.0%55.3%
🇲🇽Mexico5.3%+25.0%30.3%
🇨🇦Canada5.3%+25.0%30.3%
🇩🇪Germany5.3%+25.0%30.3%
🇯🇵Japan5.3%+25.0%30.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

8203.10.30Lower: 37.5% vs 55.3%

If for files proper

File-making tools sometimes under 8203.

8205.59.55Same rate: 55.3%

If not deemed 'edged'

Non-edged sharpeners later in subheading.

8212.20.00Lower: 20% vs 55.3%

If for razor blade sharpening

Manicure/shaving edged tools to 8212.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Label specifically as 'file sharpener' for correct heading

• Avoid machine accessory appearance

• Check alloy content for steel verification