Cermet Turning Insert Grade
A cermet turning insert grade, a ceramic-metal composite with tungsten carbide and over 0.2% chromium, used for high-speed finishing turns. Its cermet composition and turning application place it under tariff item 8207.80.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cermet insert is used for a non-turning operation
Other interchangeable tools fall under 8207.90.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the cermet composition (metal carbide sintered with metal) as per Section XV Note 4
• Ensure the insert is for turning operations; if used for milling, reclassification may apply
• Keep technical datasheets for the chromium content
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