Steel Hand Seam Ripper

A pointed steel tool for ripping seams in upholstery and auto interiors manually. Classifies in HTS 8205.59.55 as other iron/steel handtools not specified elsewhere. Repair shop staple.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina5.3%+35.0%40.3%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany5.3%+10.0%15.3%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan5.3%+10.0%15.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

8211.92.40Lower: 14.6% vs 40.3%

If long fixed blade

If resembling sheath-type knives, moves to 8211 per notes.

8208.90.30.00Lower: 35% vs 40.3%

If interchangeable blades

Knives with replaceable blades classify under heading 8208.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Avoid describing as 'knife' to prevent Chapter 82 heading 8211 shift

โ€ข Single-piece import best; sets trigger note scrutiny

โ€ข Sharpness declarations needed for safety compliance

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