Office Paper Trimming Scissors from Japan
Economical straight-edge scissors for office use in cutting paper, tape, and envelopes under $1.75/dozen. These base metal shears fit HTS 8213.00.30.00 as similar shears for light-duty precision tasks. Common in bulk office supply packs for everyday administrative needs.
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
• Use precise dozen-counting in invoices; partial dozens can complicate value calculations
• Comply with country-of-melt requirements for steel blades under Section XV notes
• Avoid retail packaging that suggests higher value, sticking to bulk import declarations