Precision Metal Piercing Punch
A precision piercing punch made from tool steel with wear-resistant coatings, designed to create fine holes in thin metal foils used in electronics manufacturing. It is an interchangeable tool for machine-tools, specifically for punching operations, and is classified under tariff item 8207.30.00 as a tool for pressing, stamping or punching.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +15.0% | 15% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the punch is designed for a specific hand tool rather than a machine-tool
Other interchangeable tools not elsewhere specified may apply if the punch is not clearly for pressing, stamping, or punching operations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the punch is declared as an interchangeable tool for machine-tools, not as a finished part, to avoid misclassification
• Verify the tool steel composition and coatings with a certificate of analysis to support the tariff classification
• Keep records of the end-use (electronics manufacturing) in case CBSA requests clarification
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