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8205.59.80.00/Hand Seam Ripper/Japan

Hand Seam Ripper from Japan

A small metal-handled seam ripper with a sharp hooked blade for undoing stitches in sewing. Under HTS 8205.59.8000 as other handtools for textile work not elsewhere specified. Popular among tailors and quilters for precise fabric alterations.

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%
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Import Tips

• Label as 'sewing tool' not 'knife' to avoid 8211 classification; include safety cap details

• Provide photos showing hooked blade design in customs entry for accurate heading placement