Stainless Steel Hair Clippers from Japan
Electric-powered hair clippers with stainless steel blades designed for professional and home grooming use. Classified under HTS 8214.90.9000 as other articles of cutlery including hair clippers. The base metal components and cutting mechanism fit the chapter's scope for cutlery instruments.
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
• Verify if clippers are electric; non-electric manual versions may classify differently
• Include detailed blade material specs and CE marking for safety compliance
• Avoid misclassification as razors by emphasizing hair trimming function