Henckels 8-Inch Tailor's Shears from Germany
High-quality stainless steel tailor's shears designed for precision cutting of fabrics and garments. Valued over $1.75 per dozen, these shears feature ergonomic handles and sharp, durable blades, classifying under HTS 8213.00.90.00 as tailors' shears exceeding the value threshold.
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
• Verify the value per dozen exceeds $1.75 with detailed invoices to avoid reclassification to lower subheadings
• Provide certificates of origin for stainless steel components to qualify for preferential tariff rates
• Label products clearly as 'tailor's shears' to distinguish from household scissors and prevent customs disputes