Kai 9-Inch Pinking Shears from Germany
Japanese steel Kai pinking shears with micro-serrated blades for ultra-precise zigzag cuts on delicate fabrics like silk and chiffon. Premium pricing over $30/dozen qualifies them under HTS 8213.00.60.00 for professional tailoring applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use commercial invoices showing per-dozen pricing clearly marked over $30 to prevent down-valuation
• Confirm 'tailors' shears' designation; general-purpose claims risk reclassification
• Test blade serration type matches pinking definition during pre-import classification rulings