Copper Crowbar

A heavy-duty crowbar forged from solid copper, used for prying open crates and demolition tasks where non-sparking properties are essential. It falls under HTS 8205.59.60.00 as a copper handtool not elsewhere specified, distinct from iron or steel pry bars in other subheadings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8205.59.10.00Higher: 42.2% vs 35%

If made of iron or steel

Iron or steel crowbars shift to the earlier subheading for other base metals, excluding copper-specific items.

8205.51.30Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If household tool for retail sale

Household copper pry bars for consumer use may classify under household handtools rather than other handtools.

8466.94.85Higher: 39.7% vs 35%

If designed as parts for specific machines

Copper crowbars intended as interchangeable parts for machine tools move to Chapter 84 parts provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify copper purity with material test certificates to confirm classification under 'of copper' subheading

Label as non-sparking tools for hazardous locations to avoid reclassification as general pry bars

Include safety data sheets highlighting copper's corrosion resistance for duty drawback claims