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.

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.

8205.70.00Lower: 40% vs 40.3%

If made of aluminum

Vises and clamps of aluminum classify under subheading 8205.70, changing the material-based grouping.

7326.90.86Lower: 37.9% vs 40.3%

If for industrial bench mounting

Larger, stationary steel vises may be seen as other steel articles under Chapter 73.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Provide photos or diagrams showing portable, hand-operated design to confirm non-machine use

โ€ข Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial parts; retail packs help maintain heading 8205

โ€ข Declare exact steel alloy to prevent misvaluation as cheaper iron equivalents