Kai 9-Inch Pinking Shears from Japan
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 — 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
• 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