Is HTS 8203 subject to a Section 301 tariff?

Goods imported from China may carry an additional Section 301 tariff (typically +25% or +7.5%) on top of the base duty rate. Use the ShipSeeker calculator with origin set to China to estimate it.

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HTS 8203 Chapter 82

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Q: What is the import duty rate for HTS 8203 (Files, Rasps, Pliers (including Cutting Pliers), Pincers, Tweezers, Metal Cutting Shears, Pipe Cutters, Bolt Cutters, Perforating Punches And Similar Handtools, And Base Metal Parts Thereof:)?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 8203 is varies by subheading. Free-trade-agreement (special) and Column 2 rates may also apply. Estimate the total landed cost by country of origin with the ShipSeeker calculator.

Q: What does HTS 8203 cover?

HTS 8203 covers Files, Rasps, Pliers (including Cutting Pliers), Pincers, Tweezers, Metal Cutting Shears, Pipe Cutters, Bolt Cutters, Perforating Punches And Similar Handtools, And Base Metal Parts Thereof: in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (chapter 82).

U.S. import duty rate & tariff classification for HTS 8203 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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Full HTS description

Files, Rasps, Pliers (including Cutting Pliers), Pincers, Tweezers, Metal Cutting Shears, Pipe Cutters, Bolt Cutters, Perforating Punches And Similar Handtools, And Base Metal Parts Thereof:

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Duty rates for HTS 8203 are set at the subheading level.

Across its 4 subheadings, published general rates are Free. Pick a specific code below for its exact rate.

Subheadings under 8203

HTS code	Description	General rate
8203.10	Files, Rasps And Similar Tools:	—
8203.20	Pliers (including Cutting Pliers), Pincers, Tweezers And Similar Tools, And Parts Thereof:	—
8203.30.00.00	Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools, And Parts Thereof	Free
8203.40	Pipe Cutters, Bolt Cutters, Perforating Punches And Similar Tools, And Parts Thereof:	—

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Source: U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Rates are for reference; verify with a licensed customs broker before importing.