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Quick-Release Woodworking Clamp

A bar clamp with quick-adjust mechanism for holding wood panels during glue-ups and assembly. Features padded jaws to prevent marring. Falls under HTS 8205.70.00 as a hand-operated clamp for workshop use, distinct from machine tool parts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5%+50.0%55%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5%+25.0%30%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5%+25.0%30%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5%+25.0%30%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5%+25.0%30%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8466.94.65Lower: 42.2% vs 55%

If designed for CNC routers or automated woodworking machines

Clamps for powered machine tools classify under 8466 as parts of specific machinery.

7616.99.51Lower: 40% vs 55%

If aluminum bar clamps without steel components

Predominantly aluminum construction shifts to Chapter 76 for other aluminum articles.

8205.59.10Lower: 44.7% vs 55%

If imported in sets with multiple clamp sizes

Statistical notes may require set reporting, but base classification remains unless mixed with other tools.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Label products clearly as 'hand tools' to distinguish from industrial machinery components

β€’ Include photos or diagrams in documentation showing manual operation

β€’ Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain steel clamps from specific countries