Aluminum Glass Cutter

Handheld tool with aluminum frame and tungsten carbide wheel for scoring glass sheets cleanly. Classified in HTS 8205.59.7000 as other hand tools (glass cutters) of aluminum. Essential for glaziers and crafters working with stained or architectural glass.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+35.0%38.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8205.59.10.00Higher: 42.2% vs 38.5%

If made primarily of iron or steel

Base metal other than aluminum uses the general other hand tools subheading.

7013.28.40.00Lower: 22.5% vs 38.5%

If part of glass manufacturing machinery

Tools integral to glassworking machines classify with glassware articles.

8208.90.30.00Lower: 35% vs 38.5%

If imported as interchangeable blades/parts only

Separate aluminum cutter wheels classify as parts of hand tools.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label as 'glass cutter' explicitly on invoices to match HTS description

Test cutting wheel material; if not carbide, may require different classification

Include safety data sheets for carbide components during customs review

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