Parang Fixed Blade Machete Knife with Steel Handle from Japan
Malaysian-style parang with 12" fixed broad blade and steel handle for jungle clearing/light chopping. Classifies as fixed blade knife HTS 8211.95.5000 with metal handle, not full machete (8205). Broadened tip for utility.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Blade width >2" but knife proportions maintained
• Distinguish from 8205 machetes by handle integration