Portable Handheld Wood Planer from Japan
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 — 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
• 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