Glass Cutter Tool from Japan
A handheld tungsten carbide wheel glass cutter for scoring straight lines on flat glass sheets. Falls under HTS 8205.59.8000 as a specialized glass cutter handtool not elsewhere specified in the chapter. Used by glaziers and DIY enthusiasts for cutting window glass or mirrors.
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
• Include cutting wheel specifications and oil reservoir details in documentation to confirm classification as a glass cutter
• Ensure compliance with CPSC safety labeling for sharp tools to prevent import delays