Over 73.7 cm in length, for veneer-cutting machines
Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances, and base metal parts thereof: > For wood working, and parts thereof > Over 73.7 cm in length, for veneer-cutting machines
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 8208.20.00.30
Industrial Veneer Slicer Knife
A high-carbon steel knife blade exceeding 73.7 cm in length, specifically engineered for use in veneer-cutting machines to slice thin sheets from rotating logs. Its extended length and sharpened edge ensure precise, high-volume production of uniform veneer. Classified under HTS 8208.20.0030 due to its size and dedicated application in woodworking veneer machinery.
Log Veneer Peeling Blade
A durable alloy steel blade over 73.7 cm long, designed for peeling thin veneer layers from hardwood or softwood logs in automated veneer-cutting machines. Features include double-bevel edges for clean cuts and replaceable mounting segments. Falls under HTS 8208.20.0030 as a specialized long knife for veneer production equipment.
Segmented Veneer Cutter Knife
Modular steel knife assembly longer than 73.7 cm, composed of interlocking segments for easy replacement in high-speed veneer-cutting machines processing rotary-cut logs. Provides superior edge retention for continuous operation. HTS 8208.20.0030 classification reflects its oversized design for dedicated veneer slicers.
Hardwood Veneer Slicing Blade
Precision-ground blade exceeding 73.7 cm, optimized for slicing thin hardwood veneers in industrial cutting machines with minimal tear-out. Made from tool steel with polished edges for flawless finishes. Classified in HTS 8208.20.0030 for long knives in veneer-specific woodworking equipment.
Rotary Veneer Machine Knife
Extra-long carbon steel knife over 73.7 cm for mounting in rotary veneer lathes and slicers, peeling continuous veneer strips from spinning logs. Includes mounting holes for secure machine fit. HTS 8208.20.0030 due to length and exclusive use in veneer-cutting apparatus.
Tungsten Carbide Tipped Veneer Knife
Over 73.7 cm blade with tungsten carbide inserts for extended wear in demanding veneer-cutting machines processing abrasive species like oak. Reduces downtime in plywood production lines. Fits HTS 8208.20.0030 as a composite knife for oversized veneer slicers.
Plywood Veneer Clipping Blade
Long steel blade >73.7 cm used in veneer clippers to trim edges of wet or dry veneer sheets post-peeling in plywood manufacturing. Sharpens to razor edge for defect-free clips. HTS 8208.20.0030 for veneer machine-specific oversized knives.
Softwood Veneer Production Knife
Flexible yet rigid blade over 73.7 cm tailored for softwood logs like pine in high-volume veneer slicers, preventing fiber damage during thin cuts. High polish reduces resin buildup. Classified HTS 8208.20.0030 for long veneer-cutting machine blades.
Veneer Guillotine Cutting Blade
Heavy-duty guillotine-style knife longer than 73.7 cm for cross-cutting veneer sheets in stack guillotine machines within plywood plants. Robust construction handles thick stacks. HTS 8208.20.0030 as oversized blade for veneer processing equipment.
High-Speed Veneer Slicer Edge
Advanced HSS blade over 73.7 cm for ultra-high-speed veneer cutting machines achieving 200+ m/min peeling rates. Engineered for minimal vibration. Fits HTS 8208.20.0030 criteria for long veneer machine knives.
Engineered Wood Veneer Knife
Specialized blade >73.7 cm for cutting engineered veneers like LVL or glulam in dedicated slicers. Corrosion-resistant coating for glue-line compatibility. HTS 8208.20.0030 for veneer-cutting machine specification.
Birch Veneer Rotary Knife
Precision knife over 73.7 cm optimized for birch logs in rotary veneer production, delivering tight curl-free sheets. Balanced for lathe mounting. Classified under HTS 8208.20.0030.
Veneer Resaw Long Blade
Extended resaw blade >73.7 cm for thicknessing rough veneer into final gauge in machine resaws. Thin kerf design. HTS 8208.20.0030.
Lumber Core Veneer Knife
Blade for slicing veneer from lumber cores >73.7 cm in recycling machines. Heavy gauge. HTS 8208.20.0030.
Massive Log Veneer Slicer
Giant blade >73.7 cm for large-diameter logs in heavy-duty slicers. Reinforced. HTS 8208.20.0030.