Shoe Quill Folding Blade from Japan
Folding blade for shoe machinery creasing quill edges on uppers for stitching. HTS 8208.90.3000 as part of automated footwear edge prep machines. Prevents fraying during sewing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify fold angle and leather gauge range in specs
• Include wear pattern analysis for replacement frequency
• Label to distinguish from garment folding tools