Portable Handheld Wood Planer from China
A lightweight, electric handheld planer for edge jointing and surfacing wood boards up to 3-1/8 inches wide, with adjustable depth control. Classified under HTS 8465.92.0034 for low-value planing machines specifically for woodworking. Popular for DIY furniture making.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label as 'woodworking planer only' to avoid reclassification; provide material compatibility test data if questioned
• Declare exact cutting width and RPM specs; discrepancies lead to valuation disputes