Stainless Steel Kitchen Shears from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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