| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8205513060 | Doc | 58.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8205598000 | Doc | 58.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8467290070 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3924104000 | Doc | 33.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8214909000 | Doc | 1.4¢ each + 3.2%+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Paint Edger Tools
Paint edger tools are handheld devices designed to assist in creating clean, straight paint lines along edges, ceilings, trim, and corners. They aim to reduce the need for extensive taping and provide a more efficient painting process, particularly for individuals with limited painting experience or those seeking a faster application.
Material:
- Plastic: The most common material for the body of paint edgers, offering lightweight construction and affordability. Different grades of plastic are used, with more durable options available.
- Metal: Some edgers incorporate metal components, typically in the wheels or rollers, for increased durability and smoother rolling action.
- Foam/Felt: The edge guiding component is usually made of foam or felt, providing a soft surface to prevent paint from bleeding under tape or onto surfaces.
- Rubber: Certain models utilize rubber wheels or components for enhanced grip and control.
Purpose:
The primary purpose of a paint edger is to create a barrier between the painted surface and adjacent areas, preventing paint from spilling over. This simplifies the painting process and reduces cleanup time.
Function:
Paint edgers function by rolling along the edge of a surface while blocking paint overflow. They typically consist of a housing with wheels, a paint shield, and a guiding edge. The wheels allow for smooth movement, while the shield prevents paint from extending beyond the desired line.
Usage Scenarios:
- Interior Painting: Commonly used for painting walls, ceilings, trim, and corners within homes, apartments, and offices.
- DIY Projects: Suitable for individuals undertaking painting projects without professional assistance.
- Quick Touch-Ups: Useful for rapidly applying paint to edges and corners without the need for extensive preparation.
- Repainting: Simplifies the process of repainting edges and corners without affecting the existing paint on adjacent surfaces.
Common Types:
- Standard Paint Edgers: The most basic type, consisting of a housing, wheels, and a paint shield. Suitable for general-purpose painting.
- Corner Paint Edgers: Designed specifically for painting corners, with angled shields to accommodate tight spaces.
- Adjustable Paint Edgers: Feature adjustable shields that can be customized to accommodate different edge widths and paint thicknesses.
- Roller Paint Edgers: Incorporate a roller mechanism for smoother paint application and more consistent coverage.
- Tape-Style Edgers: Combine the functionality of a paint edger with a built-in tape application system, simplifying the process of creating clean lines.
- Electric Paint Edgers: Powered by electricity for automated paint application and increased efficiency, often used for larger projects.
Paint edger tools fall under tools used for manual application, likely for preparing surfaces or finishing edges in painting projects. Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant:
- 8205513060: This code covers handtools (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: Other handtools (including glass cutters) and parts thereof: Household tools, and parts thereof: Of iron or steel: Other (including parts). This is applicable if the paint edger tool is considered a general household tool made of iron or steel. The total tax rate is 58.7% (3.7% base tariff, 25.0% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025).
- 8205598000: This code covers handtools (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: Other handtools (including glass cutters) and parts thereof: Other: Other. This is applicable if the paint edger tool is a handtool not specifically categorized elsewhere. The total tax rate is 58.7% (3.7% base tariff, 25.0% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025).
- 8467290070: This code covers Tools for working in the hand, pneumatic, hydraulic or with self-contained electric or nonelectric motor, and parts thereof: With self-contained electric motor: Other Grass and weed trimmers/edgers. If the paint edger tool is powered by a self-contained electric motor and is designed for edging, this code may apply. The total tax rate is 37.5% (0.0% base tariff, 7.5% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025).
It is important to determine the material composition (iron or steel vs. other) and whether the tool is self-powered to select the correct HS code.