Garden Pruning Shears Blades from Mexico
Replacement base metal blades for low-cost garden pruning shears, valued under $1.75/dozen pieces. Explicitly covered by HTS 8213.00.30.00 as 'blades and other base metal parts thereof' for shears. Sold separately for DIY gardeners repairing basic tools.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify 'replacement blades only' on invoices to distinguish from complete tools
• Provide compatibility lists (e.g
• fits model X shears) for valuation accuracy
• Check for anti-dumping duties on Chinese steel tool parts