Steel Hand Clamp
A C-shaped steel clamp with quick-release mechanism for temporarily securing materials during woodworking or assembly. Falls under HTS 8205.59.55 as other iron/steel clamps and the like, hand-operated only. Popular in DIY and professional workshops.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If aluminum bar clamps
Material shift to aluminum moves clamps to 8205.70 subheading.
If parts for machine tools
If designed as accessories for CNC or water-jet machines, reclassifies to Chapter 84.
If of iron/steel over 3.5 kg
Weight threshold separates statistical reporting within the heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify 'hand-operated' in invoices; powered versions go to Chapter 84
• Bundle in sets carefully; per chapter notes, avoid mixing with knives to stay in 8205
• Include jaw opening specs to prove it's not a machine vise accessory
Related Products under HTS 8205.59.55
Steel Pipe Wrench
A heavy-duty adjustable wrench made of iron or steel designed for gripping and turning pipes and fittings. It falls under HTS 8205.59.55 as an other handtool of iron or steel, not specified elsewhere in the chapter. Commonly used by plumbers and mechanics for manual pipe work.
Steel Hand Vise
A compact, portable vise made entirely of steel for holding small workpieces during manual crafting or repair. Classified in HTS 8205.59.55 as other iron/steel handtools (vises and clamps), separate from machine tool accessories. Ideal for jewelers and hobbyists.
Iron Crowbar
A straight pry bar made of forged iron used for leveraging nails, boards, and debris in construction and demolition. It qualifies for HTS 8205.59.55 as an other handtool of iron not elsewhere specified. Essential for manual labor tasks.
Steel Dolly Pry Bar
A wide-head steel dolly bar for prying auto body panels and trim without damage. Classified in HTS 8205.59.55 as other iron/steel handtools for automotive repair. Handheld and non-powered.
Portable Steel Anvil Stand
A foldable base made of steel to support small anvils in blacksmithing or metalworking. HTS 8205.59.55 covers it as other iron/steel handtool parts, portable for hand use. Not a full anvil.
Iron Glass Cutter
Traditional pistol-grip glass cutter with hardened iron wheel for scoring flat glass sheets. Explicitly under HTS 8205.59.55 as other iron handtools including glass cutters. Used by glaziers.