Steel Log Marking Axe from Japan
A small steel-handled axe with a sharp chisel edge for notching and marking logs. Classified as HTS 8205.59.5510 other edged handtool of iron or steel. Distinct from full chopping axes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
30.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from hatchets via weight and blade design specs
• Require origin certificates for steel sourcing compliance
• Watch for set classification if bundled with clamps (per chapter notes)