Heavy-Duty Bone Cleaver with Plastic Handle from Japan
Industrial-grade cleaver for breaking bones in meat processing, boasting a high-carbon steel blade and heat-resistant plastic handle for sanitation. It qualifies for HTS 8214.90.3000 as a butchers' cleaver with handle, distinct from lighter kitchen tools. Sanitizable design fits commercial food service.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide HACCP compliance docs for food processing tools to satisfy CBP food safety entry requirements
• Measure blade weight/thickness to distinguish from lighter 8211 knives; include in entry summary
• Beware of pitting against 8208 for agricultural hand tools if marketed for farm use