HS Code 8213.00 : Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
Tariff data verified: July 2026
EN (Official WCO)
FR (Pending)
ES (Pending)
The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof is 8213.00. Under the 2026 United States (USITC HTS), the representative MFN general duty rate is 1.7¢ each + 4.3% [USITC HTS Tariff Schedule 2026].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 82
Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof
Heading 8213
Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof
Subheading .00
.00
Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
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United States (USITC HTS 2026)
8213.00
Representative General Duty
1.7¢ each + 4.3%
(rates range 3¢ each + 3%–8¢ each + 8% across national sub-lines)
Verified July 2026 · USITC Source
MODULE 5: US IMPORT DUTY & FEE BREAKDOWN (LANDED COST STACK)
Federal Import VAT / GST
0.00%
US Has NO Federal VAT
Notice: Duty rates and trade remedies change frequently (Section 301, Section 232, anti-dumping orders, de minimis thresholds). Duty calculations are estimates for informational purposes only. Always verify exact rates with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or a licensed customs broker prior to import.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)
China Section 301 Tariff Status
0% Additional Duty (Exempt)
Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status
Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)
EU CBAM Carbon Alert
Not in Scope
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
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| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| P | United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) | Free | Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules. |
| KR | U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) | Free | Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin. |
| AU | U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement | Free | Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA. |
| A / D | GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) | Free | 35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof
MODULE 11: Official CBP CROSS Binding Classification Rulings
| Ruling # | Subject / Product Description | HTS Code | Ruling Date | Precedent Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 897416 | The tariff classification of Field Type Bandage Scissors fromGermany | 8213.00.9000 | 1994-05-24 | View Precedent 897416 → |
| 962849 | Protest 1001-99-101433; Scissors; Shears; Poultry shears; Finger rings. Dear Port Director: The following is our decision regarding Protest 1001-99-101433, which concerns the classification of the “Tristar deluxe all purpose shears,” and a pair of “poultry shears,” under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). These two articles were entered on February 9, 1998, and Customs liquidated the entry on December 18, 1998. Counsel for Lifetime Hoan Corporation (“the protestant”) timely filed the protest on March 18, 1999. FACTS: | 8213.00.90 | 2000-09-06 | View Precedent 962849 → |
| I85868 | The tariff classification of scissors and shears from Finland. | 8213.00.9000 | 2002-10-04 | View Precedent I85868 → |
US National HTS Tariff Lines (8213.00)
| HTS Code | Description | General Rate | Special (FTA) Rate | Column 2 Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8213.00 | Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof | Free | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 8213.00.30.00 | Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof, Valued not over $1.75/dozen | 1.7¢ each + 4.3% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 15¢ each + 45% | No. |
| 8213.00.60.00 | Valued over $1.75/dozen, Pinking shears, valued over $30/dozen | 8¢ each + 8% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 20¢ each + 45% | No. |
| 8213.00.90.00 | Valued over $1.75/dozen, Other (including parts) | 3¢ each + 3% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 20¢ each + 45% | No. |
💡 U.S. Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Duty-Saver
HTS General Note 3(c) EligibleMerchandise under HS 8213.00 may qualify for reduced or duty-free preferential rates under U.S. Free Trade Agreements (USMCA, KORUS, Australia FTA, Israel FTA, Chile FTA, etc.) when meeting statutory Rules of Origin:
| 10-Digit HTS | MFN Rate (General) | Preferential / FTA Rate (Special Program) |
|---|---|---|
| 8213.00.30.00 | 1.7¢ each + 4.3% | A: Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) AU: United States-Australia Free Trade Agreement BH: United States-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement CL: United States-Chile Free Trade Agreement CO: United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement E: Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (CBERA) IL: United States-Israel Free Trade Agreement JO: United States-Jordan Free Trade Agreement KR: U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) MA: United States-Morocco Free Trade Agreement OM: United States-Oman Free Trade Agreement P: United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA / CUSMA / T-MEC) PA: United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement PE: United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement S: United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) SG: United States-Singapore Free Trade Agreement |
| 8213.00.60.00 | 8¢ each + 8% | A: Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) AU: United States-Australia Free Trade Agreement BH: United States-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement CL: United States-Chile Free Trade Agreement CO: United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement E: Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (CBERA) IL: United States-Israel Free Trade Agreement JO: United States-Jordan Free Trade Agreement KR: U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) MA: United States-Morocco Free Trade Agreement OM: United States-Oman Free Trade Agreement P: United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA / CUSMA / T-MEC) PA: United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement PE: United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement S: United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) SG: United States-Singapore Free Trade Agreement |
| 8213.00.90.00 | 3¢ each + 3% | A: Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) AU: United States-Australia Free Trade Agreement BH: United States-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement CL: United States-Chile Free Trade Agreement CO: United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement E: Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (CBERA) IL: United States-Israel Free Trade Agreement JO: United States-Jordan Free Trade Agreement KR: U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) MA: United States-Morocco Free Trade Agreement OM: United States-Oman Free Trade Agreement P: United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA / CUSMA / T-MEC) PA: United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement PE: United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement S: United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) SG: United States-Singapore Free Trade Agreement |
⚠️ GSP Statutory Caveat: Tariff preference codes A, A+, A* refer to the U.S. Generalized System of Preferences. GSP duty-free entry applies when GSP statutory authorization is currently in effect by U.S. Congress.
📜 Certificate of Origin Requirement: Preferential tariff treatment requires a valid Certificate of Origin demonstrating compliance with product-specific Rules of Origin (tariff shift or Regional Value Content). Eligibility is not automatic — verify origin rules at HTS General Note 3(c) Authority.
Informational lookup only — not legal, customs, or compliance advice. Verify official FTA eligibility with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and a licensed customs broker before claiming preference on entry.
US 10-Digit Statistical HTS Breakout (8213.00)
3 Declarable Lines · USITC 2026| 10-Digit HTS Code | Statistical Description | General MFN Rate | FTA / Special Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8213.00.30.00 | Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof: Valued not over $1.75/dozen | 1.7¢ each + 4.3% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | No. |
| 8213.00.60.00 | Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof: Valued over $1.75/dozen: Pinking shears, valued over $30/dozen | 8¢ each + 8% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | No. |
| 8213.00.90.00 | Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof: Valued over $1.75/dozen: Other (including parts) | 3¢ each + 3% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | No. |
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 8213.10 | Subheading under Heading 8213 | HS 8213.10 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 8213.20 | Subheading under Heading 8213 | HS 8213.20 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 8213.90 | Subheading under Heading 8213 | HS 8213.90 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
MODULE 13: Industry Classification & Crosswalk Mesh (NAICS & Schedule B)
U.S. Census NAICS Code
U.S. Census Schedule B (Exports)
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Chapter 82 Tariff Schedule (2026) ↗
Official U.S. 10-digit tariff lines and general duty rates for Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof.
CBP CROSS Ruling Database (8213.00) ↗
Binding customs classification precedents for Heading 8213.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof is classified under HS 8213.00 (Heading 8213, Chapter 82). The representative US MFN general duty rate is 1.7¢ each + 4.3%.
How is HS 8213.00 distinguished within Heading 8213 (Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof)?
Heading 8213 covers Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof. Subheading 8213.00 specifically isolates Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8213.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8213.00?
Related subheadings under Heading 8213 include . Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof?
Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.
Can goods under HS 8213.00 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof?
Commercial shipments of Scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades and other base metal parts thereof with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 8213.00?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.
How is the specific duty rate (1.7¢ each + 4.3%) calculated for HS 8213.00?
HS 8213.00 carries a quantity-based specific or compound duty rate (1.7¢ each + 4.3%). Customs duties are calculated based on physical net weight/volume rather than purely invoice ad valorem value.
What U.S. Census NAICS industry code corresponds to HS 8213.00?
HS 8213.00 maps to NAICS code 332215 (Cutlery and Handtool Manufacturing) under official U.S. Census Bureau trade concordance tables.
Does the United States assess federal VAT or GST on imports of HS 8213.00?
No. The United States does NOT charge a federal Value-Added Tax (VAT) or Goods and Services Tax (GST) on imports. Importers pay customs duty + MPF + HMF (if ocean freight).
How are Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) calculated?
MPF is assessed at 0.3464% of entered value (min $32.71, max $634.62 per entry). HMF is assessed at 0.125% on ocean freight shipments entering US ports.
What is the Section 321 de minimis duty-free threshold for HS 8213.00?
Under Section 321 (19 U.S.C. 1321), eligible shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free and tax-free.
What U.S. Customs bond requirements apply to commercial entries under HS 8213.00?
Formal entries with customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require a continuous customs entry bond (CBP Form 301) to guarantee payment of duties, taxes, and fees.
What Importer Security Filing (ISF 10+2) rules apply to ocean imports of HS 8213.00?
Ocean container shipments bound for US ports require electronic ISF 10+2 submission via ACE at least 24 hours before loading at foreign ports.
How do USMCA preference rules apply to commercial imports under HS 8213.00?
Qualifying originating goods from Canada or Mexico meeting USMCA tariff-shift or Regional Value Content (RVC) rules enter duty-free under SPI code 'P'.
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