Kids' Safety Round-Tip Scissors from Mexico
Blunt-nosed scissors for children's crafts and school, made with base metal blades valued ≤$1.75/dozen. HTS 8213.00.30.00 includes these as similar shears designed for safe, light cutting of paper and soft materials. Safety features keep them in the low-value consumer category.
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
• Certify compliance with ASTM F963 toy safety standards; non-compliant goods face detention
• Declare as 'children's scissors' with age grading to aid classification
• Monitor total shipment value; large volumes of low-unit items may trigger anti-dumping scrutiny