C-Clamp 6-Inch Steel Jaw

A heavy-duty C-shaped clamp with 6-inch jaw opening used for woodworking and metalworking projects. It features a steel frame and swivel pad for secure gripping on irregular surfaces. Classified under HTS 8205.70.00.90 as 'other vises, clamps and the like' due to its manual operation and non-machine-tool accessory design.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8205.70.00Same rate: 40%

If specifically a vise or pipe clamp

Vises and pipe clamps have dedicated statistical suffixes distinguishing them from general clamps.

7326.90.86Lower: 37.9% vs 40%

If imported as unfinished cast iron component

Unfinished base metal articles shift to Chapter 73 before final assembly into tools.

8466.94.65Lower: 39.7% vs 40%

If for use as accessory on metalworking machine tools

Parts and accessories for machine tools are excluded and classified in Chapter 84.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify clamp jaw material composition for accurate HTS classification and labeling

Include detailed technical specs in commercial invoice to avoid misclassification as machine parts