Aluminum Needle Nose Pliers from Japan
Precision pliers with long, tapered jaws made from aluminum for electrical work and tight-space gripping. Falls under HTS 8205.59.7000 as other hand tools (pliers) of aluminum. Lightweight design enhances maneuverability in professional and hobbyist applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide engineering drawings showing aluminum jaws to distinguish from steel pliers
• Ensure compliance with ASTM standards for hand tools if marketed for electrical use
• Avoid bundling with accessories to prevent reclassification as a set