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Carbide Tipped Woodturning Chisel

A high-speed steel chisel with a carbide insert containing over 0.2% chromium and tungsten, designed for cutting and shaping wood on lathes. It falls under HTS 8207.90.30.80 as an interchangeable cutting tool for woodworking machines with specified alloy content in the cutting part. Ideal for professional woodturners producing bowls and spindles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+37.5%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8207.90.60Lower: 41.8% vs 42.5%

If cutting part has ≤0.2% chromium, molybdenum, or tungsten

Lower alloy content shifts to subheading for tools without high alloy cutting edges.

8202.31.00.00Lower: 37.5% vs 42.5%

If designed for handheld strap or band saws rather than machine-tools

Handtools like saw blades classify in Chapter 82 headings for non-machine interchangeable tools.

8467.91.01.00Lower: 20% vs 42.5%

If imported as parts of specific wood lathes or tooling sets

Tool parts dedicated to one machine type fall under Chapter 84 as machinery parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify alloy composition certificates showing >0.2% chromium/tungsten to confirm classification; test reports prevent misclassification

• Ensure tools are marked as 'for woodworking' with clear specs to avoid reclassification under general metalworking tools