Hardwood Veneer Slicing Blade from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide origin certificates for steel to check preferential tariff treatments; measure blade in relaxed state per HTS specs; avoid bundling with machine mounts to prevent set classification