8203.20.60
Other (except parts)
HTS code 8203.20.60 covers pliers, tweezers, and similar hand tools (excluding parts). Use this code when importing these hand tools to determine the applicable duty of 12¢/dozen + 5.5%, or to understand their classification within Chapter 82, which covers tools and cutlery.

Detailed information for HTS Code 8203.20.60
This tariff schedule covers tools, implements, cutlery, and similar items made of base metal, as outlined in Chapter 82. Code 8203.20.60 specifically addresses files, rasps, pliers, tweezers, and related handtools—excluding parts. Within this code, 8203.20.60.30 covers pliers, while 8203.20.60.60 encompasses all other tools within this category; use the appropriate statistical suffix to specify which type of tool is being reported.
| Chapter | Chapter 82 - Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof of base metal |
| Section | Section XV - Base Metals and Articles of Base Metal |
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12¢/doz. + 5.5%
Standard trade partners (NTR)
Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG)
Eligible FTA or preference programs
The general duty rate for HTS code 8203.20.60 and its subdivisions (8203.20.60.30 & 8203.20.60.60) is 12¢ per dozen plus 5.5%. This means for each dozen units imported, a duty of 12 cents plus 5.5% of the value will be assessed. Special rates of *Free* apply to goods originating from specific countries including Australia, Canada, and others listed (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) if they qualify under eligible FTA or preference programs. Reporting units are in dozens. No section notes were specified.
Rate of Duty (Column 2): $1.20/doz. + 60%
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Code subdivisions
8203.20.60.30
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: > Pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers and similar tools, and parts thereof: > Other: > Other (except parts) > Pliers
8203.20.60.60
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: > Pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers and similar tools, and parts thereof: > Other: > Other (except parts) > Other
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November 15, 2025
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