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U.S. imports of pliers, pincers, tweezers, and similar tools, and parts, of base metal (HS 820320) totaled $25.2M in April 2026, traded with 37 countries.
Importers of Pliers, Pincers, Tweezers, and Similar Tools, and Parts, of Base Metal paid $5.1M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 20% on $24.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataChina is the dominant supplier of base-metal pliers, pincers, and tweezers to the US market, with Taiwan and Vietnam also significant — a concentration that makes Section 301 tariff exposure a routine landed-cost consideration for importers. The US schedule breaks this heading into tweezers (8203202000), slip-joint pliers (8203204000), other pliers (8203205000 and 8203206030), other pincers and similar tools (8203206060), and parts (8203208000), so the specific tool type and its mechanism determine the correct 10-digit line. Slip-joint versus non-slip-joint is a frequently litigated classification distinction, as the adjustable pivot mechanism is the defining feature.
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Slip-joint pliers (8203204000) have a pivot point that can be repositioned between two or more fixed slots, allowing the jaw opening to be adjusted without a screw or other mechanism. Pliers with a fixed pivot, or those adjusted by a screw or cam, fall under the other-pliers lines. The physical construction of the pivot is the determining factor, and importers should include technical drawings or manufacturer specifications in their entry documentation.
Imports of pliers, pincers, and similar hand tools from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs. Given that China accounts for a large share of US supply, importers should model Section 301 costs into sourcing decisions and verify whether any product-specific exclusions are currently in effect through the USTR exclusion process.
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