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%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
• 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