Bone Handle Bending Press from Mexico
Specialized press for steaming and bending animal bone blanks into curved knife and tool handles. Classified under HTS 8465.94.0055 for working bone materials. Used by custom knifemakers and cutlery manufacturers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include CITES documentation for bone sourcing compliance if applicable
• Certify steam injection system for organic material bending processes
• Document handle dimensions matching cutlery industry standards