Copper Crowbar from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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