Brother Industries TC-40A Multi-Spindle Drill Head Machine
A compact multi-spindle drilling system tailored for high-throughput hole patterns in metal semiconductor material processing stages. It is classified under this tariff item for its multiple spindle metal removal drilling function.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the machine is numerically controlled
Numerically controlled drilling machines are classified under 8459.21.
If the machine has automatic tool change and is a machining center
Machining centers are classified under 8457.10.
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