Fiskars Left-Handed Dressmaking Shears from Japan
Specialized left-handed shears for dressmaking, with bent handles for flat fabric cutting and high-carbon steel blades. Exceeding $1.75/dozen in value, they are classified as similar shears under HTS 8213.00.90.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include ergonomic design specs in documentation to justify classification as tailors' shears
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain steel shears from specific countries
• Bundle in sets carefully to avoid triggering heading 8215 classification rules