Aussie Single Edge Shaving Blade from Japan
Heavy-duty single-edge blade engineered for tough beards, with a thicker spine and extra-sharp edge for professional barbers. Falls under HTS 8212.20.00.05 as it is expressly a safety razor blade intended for shaving, not other cutting tasks.
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
• Obtain supplier affidavits specifying 'for shaving only' to defend against utility blade challenges at customs
• Use proper HTS statistical suffixes for single-edge vs. other blades to ensure accurate reporting
• Inspect for corrosion-resistant coatings during quality control to meet durability import standards