Carbide Tipped Woodturning Chisel from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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