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Copper Hand Vise

A portable copper hand vise for holding small parts during intricate work, lightweight and non-magnetic. Classified in HTS 8205.59.60.00 as other copper handtools including vises.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8205.70.00Higher: 55% vs 37.5%

If bench vice with frame

Stationary copper vises with permanent frameworks classify separately.

8205.59.80.00Higher: 41.2% vs 37.5%

If brass alloy predominant

Brass vises (copper-zinc) may qualify under other base metals if not pure copper.

8466.94Lower: 17.2% vs 37.5%

If for water-jet machines

Vises designed as parts for water-jet cutting machines exclude to Chapter 84.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide weight and dimension specs to confirm portable handtool status

• Avoid bench mounting features that could shift to machine accessory classifications

• Use copper-specific HS descriptions in invoices for accurate duty assessment