Find HS Code and trade information for CLEANING TOOL

Okay, let's break down the HS codes and tax implications for your declared "CLEANING TOOL" items. I'll provide a structured analysis to help you understand the classification and potential costs.

Important Note: Tax rates are subject to change. The information below is based on the data provided and current understanding as of today, but always verify with official customs sources before importing. The 2025.4.2 rate changes are also based on current announcements and may be subject to revision.

1. HS Code: 8205.51.75.00 – Other handtools (including glass cutters) and parts thereof: Household tools, and parts thereof: Other

• Chapter 82: Hand tools, pneumatic, hydraulic or with self-contained non-electric motors. This chapter covers a wide range of manual and powered hand tools.
• 8205: Hand tools (including glass cutters) not elsewhere specified or included; blow torches and similar self-contained torches; vises, clamps and the like, other than accessories for and parts of machine tools or water-jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand- or pedal-operated grinding wheels with frameworks; base metal parts thereof.
• 8205.51: Other handtools (including glass cutters) and parts thereof.

• 8205.51.75: Household tools, and parts thereof: Other. This is a specific sub-category for household hand tools.

  • Tax Implications:

    • Basic Duty: 3.7%
    • Additional Duty: 25.0%
    • Post 2025.4.2 Additional Duty: 30%
    • Total Tax: 58.7%

  • Important Considerations: Ensure these tools are genuinely for household use. Industrial-grade tools might fall under a different classification with potentially different tax rates.

2. HS Code: 9603.90.40.00 – Feather dusters

• Chapter 96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles. This is a catch-all chapter for items not specifically covered elsewhere.
• 9603: Brooms, brushes (including brushes constituting parts of machines, appliances or vehicles), hand-operated mechanical floor sweepers, not motorized, mops and feather dusters; prepared knots and tufts for broom or brush making; paint pads and rollers; squeegees (other than roller squeegees).
• 9603.90: Other. This covers items within the broom/brush category that aren't specifically defined elsewhere.

• 9603.90.40: Feather dusters.

  • Tax Implications:

    • Basic Duty: 0.0%
    • Additional Duty: 7.5%
    • Post 2025.4.2 Additional Duty: 30%
    • Total Tax: 37.5%

  • Important Considerations: The material of the feather duster (natural vs. synthetic) doesn't appear to significantly impact classification here, but it's good to be aware of.

3. HS Code: 9603.90.80.50 – Other --> Other --> Other

• Chapter 96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles.
• 9603: Brooms, brushes (including brushes constituting parts of machines, appliances or vehicles), hand-operated mechanical floor sweepers, not motorized, mops and feather dusters; prepared knots and tufts for broom or brush making; paint pads and rollers; squeegees (other than roller squeegees).
• 9603.90: Other.
• 9603.90.80: Other. This is a very broad sub-category.

• 9603.90.80.50: Other.

  • Tax Implications:

    • Basic Duty: 2.8%
    • Additional Duty: 7.5%
    • Post 2025.4.2 Additional Duty: 30%
    • Additional Note: Steel or aluminum products have an additional duty of 25%.
    • Total Tax: 65.3% (or higher if steel/aluminum)

  • Important Considerations: This is a very general classification. It's crucial to provide a detailed description of the items falling under this HS code to customs. The material composition (especially if steel or aluminum) will significantly impact the final tax rate.

4. HS Code: 8508.00.00 – Vacuum cleaners; parts thereof

• Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment.

• 8508: Vacuum cleaners; parts thereof.

  • Tax Implications:

    • Tax Information Failed to Retrieve: The provided data indicates tax information could not be retrieved for this HS code. You must obtain the correct tax rates from official customs sources before importing.

  • Important Considerations: The type of vacuum cleaner (household vs. industrial, corded vs. cordless) might influence the specific tax rate.

Recommendations & Next Steps:

1. Verify Tax Rates: Crucially, confirm the tax rates for all HS codes with your local customs authority or a qualified customs broker. The rates provided here are based on the data you supplied and are subject to change.
2. Detailed Descriptions: Provide very detailed descriptions of the items, especially for HS Code 9603.90.80.50. Include material composition, intended use, and any relevant specifications.
3. Material Confirmation: For HS Code 9603.90.80.50, confirm the material composition of the items. If they contain steel or aluminum, the additional 25% duty will apply.
4. Certifications: Depending on the type of cleaning tools, you may need specific certifications (e.g., safety standards, electrical compliance). Check with your importer and the relevant regulatory bodies.
5. 2025.4.2 Changes: Be prepared for the potential increase in additional duties after April 2, 2025.

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