Cordless Electric Paint Stripper Heat Gun from Japan
A handheld cordless heat gun with a self-contained electric motor used for stripping paint and softening adhesives by heating surfaces. It falls under HTS 8419.90.85.00 as a part specifically designed for this electromechanical hand tool that involves a change of temperature through heating. The tool is commonly used in renovation and woodworking projects.
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 the part is exclusively for hand-held tools with self-contained motors to avoid misclassification under general machinery parts
• Include detailed engineering drawings and tool model compatibility in documentation to prove specificity
• Check for dual-use restrictions if the heating element could apply to non-temperature-process tools