Copper Mallet

A double-faced copper mallet for chiseling and woodworking in sensitive environments, valued for its soft strike without marring surfaces. It is included in HTS 8205.59.60.00 as an other copper handtool.

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 iron or steel construction

Steel mallets are covered in the iron/steel subheading, excluding copper variants.

8205.51.75.00Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If sold as household tool

Retail copper mallets for home use classify as household articles, not other handtools.

4417.00.80Higher: 40.1% vs 35%

If wooden head with copper plating

Primarily wooden mallets with minimal copper fall under Chapter 44 tools of wood.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Attach mill test reports certifying copper construction to support tariff classification

Avoid bundling with wood chisels to prevent set classification under heading 8205 statistical notes

Use 'non-sparking' in commercial invoices for expedited clearance in safety-regulated ports