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Liebherr LSP 150 Gear Shaper

The Liebherr LSP 150 is a modern gear shaper with integrated measurement for quality control during production of planetary gears. It uses a metal-removal shaping process to cut gear teeth, and its integrated measurement system supports the manufacturing process without changing its primary function. This qualifies it for classification under tariff item 8461.40.00, which covers gear cutting, gear grinding, or gear finishing machines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9031.80.00Same rate: Free

If the integrated measurement system is imported separately

Measuring and checking instruments are classified under Chapter 90 when presented separately.

8466.93.10Same rate: Free

If importing replacement parts for the gear shaper

Parts for machine tools are classified under heading 84.66.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• The integrated measurement system does not change the machine's classification as a gear cutting machine, but ensure the declaration describes the primary function as gear shaping

• If the machine includes software for measurement, verify whether the software is considered part of the machine's value for duty

• Check if the machine qualifies for the Machinery Remission Program to reduce duty costs

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