Stainless Steel Kitchen Shears
Affordable stainless steel shears designed for cutting poultry, herbs, and packaging in home kitchens. These fall under HTS 8213.00.30.00 because they are classified as similar shears valued under $1.75 per dozen, suitable for light domestic cutting tasks. Their simple base metal construction and low unit price align with the subheading for inexpensive shears.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If valued over $1.75 per dozen
Higher-value shears shift to the over-$1.75/dozen subheading while remaining in the same 8213 heading.
If marketed as manicure tools
Shears designed for personal grooming like nail trimming may classify under Chapter 82 heading for manicure implements.
If sold as interchangeable parts for tools
Loose blades or unfinished parts for assembly into tools fall under heading 8208 for other base metal tool parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the declared value per dozen does not exceed $1.75 with detailed invoices and production cost breakdowns to avoid reclassification
• Include material composition certificates confirming base metal construction to meet Chapter 82 requirements
• Label products clearly as 'kitchen shears' and avoid bundling with knives to prevent set classification under 8215
Related Products under HTS 8213.00.30.00
Plastic Handle Craft Scissors
Inexpensive scissors with plastic handles and steel blades for arts, crafts, and school projects. Classified under HTS 8213.00.30.00 due to their low value not over $1.75/dozen and function as similar shears for cutting paper and fabric. The base metal blades qualify them for this scissors and shears subheading.
Tailor's Fabric Shears
Basic metal shears used by tailors for cutting cloth and patterns, valued under $1.75/dozen. These qualify for HTS 8213.00.30.00 as tailors' shears and similar shears made of base metal parts. Their design for precision fabric cutting fits the heading's scope for sewing and garment-making tools.
Fishing Line Cutters Shears
Compact shears for anglers to cut fishing line, hooks, and bait wrappers, priced under $1.75/dozen. HTS 8213.00.30.00 covers these as similar shears with base metal blades for outdoor utility tasks. Their low cost and simple construction match the subheading for economical cutting tools.
Office Paper Trimming Scissors
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.
Kids' Safety Round-Tip Scissors
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.
Garden Pruning Shears Blades
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.