Butane Micro-Welding Torch from China
Compact butane-powered precision torch for micro-welding jewelry and small electronics repairs. Falls under HTS 8468.20.50.00 as other gas-operated welding apparatus. Favored by artisans and repair technicians.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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
• Classify refillable vs disposable; cartridges alone may be 3603.00
• Retail packaging increases duties; import bulk for machinery rates
• Test piezo ignition; non-ignition models risk handtool classification