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Plastic Putty Knife Blade Replacement

Interchangeable plastic blade for hand putty knives, ideal for applying and smoothing fillers on wood or drywall. Excluded from metal cutting, per HTS 8207.90.60.00 for handtool parts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.3%+37.5%41.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇨🇦Canada4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8205.51.30Lower: 41.2% vs 41.8%

If sold as complete household putty knife

Finished household handtools are in 8205.51.

3923.10.90.00Lower: 40.5% vs 41.8%

If Unworked or semi-finished plastics are Chapter 39, not tools.

8207.90Same rate: 41.8%

If for cutting metal surfaces

Other interchangeable tools suitable for metal are elsewhere in 8207.90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify plastic composition to avoid metal-blend confusion

• Provide end-use statements for painting/prep applications