Chapter 8515 — Customs Tariff Headings

8515.2Machines and apparatus for resistance welding of metal:

8515.3Machines and apparatus for arc (including plasma arc) welding of metals:

8515.80.00Other machines and apparatus

8515.90.00Parts

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Products classified under Tariff item 85.15

Aoyue 936A+ USB Soldering Station

> A digital soldering station with a USB interface for PC control and 75W power, designed for SMD rework. It is an electric soldering apparatus that falls under tariff item 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron, as it is used for joining metals by melting solder.

ATTEN AT8586 Hot Air + Soldering Station

> A dual-function rework station combining a 500W hot air blower and a 70W soldering iron for professional SMD repair. The soldering iron component qualifies under 8515.11.00, as it is an electric soldering apparatus. The hot air function does not preclude classification as a soldering iron when the primary soldering function is present.

Battery-Powered Hakko FX-100 Cordless Iron

> A rechargeable lithium-ion cordless soldering iron with rapid 24W heat-up for mobile repairs. It is an electric soldering iron powered by a battery, which is still considered electric for tariff purposes. It falls under 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron.

Gooloo 80W Soldering Iron

> A portable 80W adjustable temperature pen-style soldering iron for hobbyists and field service. It is an electric soldering iron that operates by heating a tip to melt solder. This falls directly under tariff item 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron.

Hakko FX-888D Soldering Iron Kit

> A professional benchtop soldering station with digital display, password protection, and 70W power for lead-free soldering. It is an electric soldering iron apparatus designed for precise temperature control. This falls under tariff item 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron.

Jameco Cordless Butane Soldering Iron

> A portable butane gas soldering iron with piezoelectric ignition for field repairs. Although gas-fueled, it is electrically ignited, and the tariff item includes electrically heated gas soldering irons. It falls under 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron.

Metcal MX-500 Soldering System

> An advanced cartridge-based soldering system with SmartHeat technology for instant temperature response up to 40W. It is an electric soldering iron with a specialized heating cartridge. This falls under tariff item 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron.

OYPL 942 Digital Soldering Station

> A 90W dual-channel digital station supporting two irons simultaneously for production soldering. It is an electric soldering apparatus with multiple soldering iron outputs. This falls under tariff item 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron.

PeroX 936 Soldering Station

> An analog temperature-controlled 60W soldering station popular for hobbyist and repair work with interchangeable iron tips. It is an electric soldering iron with a temperature control unit. This falls under tariff item 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron.

Quick 861DW Hot Air Rework Station

> A hot air rework station that includes an integrated 130W soldering iron for BGA/SMD component soldering. The soldering iron component is an electric soldering apparatus. It falls under 8515.11.00 when the soldering iron function is considered primary.

SUGON 8620DX Hot Air Rework with Iron

> A high-end 1300W rework station with integrated soldering iron, brushless fan, and digital controls. The soldering iron is an electric soldering apparatus. It falls under 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron, despite the high wattage.

Unger Industrial Soldering Gun

> A heavy-duty 200W soldering gun with trigger-activated instant heat for large joints and heavy wire work. It is an electric soldering gun designed for high-heat applications. This falls under tariff item 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron.

Weller WE1010 Digital Soldering Station

> A professional digital soldering station with a temperature-controlled soldering iron, adjustable wattage up to 70W, and rapid heat-up. It is an electric soldering iron apparatus for precise soldering tasks. This falls under tariff item 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron.

Wellon Soldering Gun 100W

> An instant-heating 100W trigger soldering gun for heavy-duty electrical repairs and chassis wiring. It is an electric soldering gun that heats quickly for efficient soldering. This falls under tariff item 8515.11.00 as a soldering iron.

X-Tronic 3020-XTS Soldering Kit

> A complete electronics soldering kit with a 75W digital station, helping hands, and solder sucker. The core electric soldering iron apparatus falls under 8515.11.00. Accessories like helping hands and solder sucker are incidental and do not change the classification.

Aoyue 968DC++ SMD Rework Station

The Aoyue 968DC++ is a multi-function SMD rework station that combines hot air soldering, an infrared preheater, and a soldering iron in one unit. It is designed for surface-mount device (SMD) assembly and repair, using electric heating elements to melt solder. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering machine or apparatus, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

ERSA i-CON VARIO Soldering Station

The ERSA i-CON VARIO is a high-end active soldering station with interchangeable tool cartridges for various soldering tasks. It uses electric heating to melt solder and is designed for professional electronics assembly and repair. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering apparatus, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

Hakko FR-810B Hot Air Rework Station

The Hakko FR-810B is a digital hot air rework station designed for BGA chip removal and precision soldering in electronics repair. It uses electrically heated air to melt solder and is used for surface-mount component rework. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering apparatus, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

IR6000 Infrared Reflow Soldering Oven

The IR6000 is a benchtop infrared reflow soldering oven used for precise soldering of surface-mount components on printed circuit boards in electronics assembly. It uses infrared radiation to heat and melt solder paste, performing a soldering function. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering machine, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

JBC C245 Soldering Iron Cartridge System

The JBC C245 is a high-precision cartridge-based electric soldering iron system for professional electronics assembly. It uses rapid heat-up cartridges to melt solder and is designed for precise soldering tasks. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering apparatus, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

Metcal GT90 Active Soldering Station

The Metcal GT90 is an advanced active-tip soldering station using cartridge-based induction heating technology for electronics manufacturing. It uses electric induction to heat the soldering tip and melt solder, providing precise temperature control. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering apparatus, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

PACE ST 325 Digital Soldering Station

The PACE ST 325 is a set-point digital soldering station with programmable temperature control for precision electronics work. It uses electric heating to melt solder and is designed for professional soldering applications. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering apparatus, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

Quick 861DW Hot Air Rework Station

The Quick 861DW is a digital hot air soldering station designed for SMD component removal and precision soldering in electronics repair. It uses electrically heated air to melt solder and is used for surface-mount rework. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering apparatus, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

Quick 956A 5-in-1 Rework Station

The Quick 956A is a 5-in-1 rework station that combines hot air gun, IR preheater, soldering iron, desoldering pump, and magnifier for SMD rework. It uses electric heating elements for soldering and desoldering operations. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering apparatus, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

SMTmax Selective Soldering Nozzle

The SMTmax Selective Soldering Nozzle System delivers precise molten solder drops for through-hole components on SMT boards. It uses electric heating to melt solder and is designed for selective soldering processes in electronics assembly. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering apparatus, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

Thermaltronics C50 Desktop Reflow Oven

The Thermaltronics C50 is a compact desktop reflow soldering oven for prototype PCB assembly using forced hot air convection. It uses electric heating to melt solder paste and perform reflow soldering. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering machine, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

Vitronics Soltec Centurion Wave Solder

The Vitronics Soltec Centurion is a production wave soldering machine for high-volume through-hole PCB assembly. It uses electric heating to melt solder and applies it via a wave process. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering machine, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

Weller WXR3000 Modular Soldering System

The Weller WXR3000 is a professional modular soldering station supporting multiple soldering tools with active tip heating technology. It uses electric heating to melt solder and is designed for electronics manufacturing and repair. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric soldering apparatus, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

White-Werx Wave Soldering Fluxer

The White-Werx Wave Soldering Fluxer applies precision flux patterns for through-hole PCB wave soldering processes. It is used as part of a wave soldering line to prepare boards for soldering. This product falls under tariff item 8515.19.00 as an electric apparatus for soldering preparation, specifically classified as 'other' brazing or soldering equipment.

Amada Miyachi LW150A Laser Welder Automated Station

> A compact fully automatic laser welding station designed for battery tab welding in electronics assembly. It integrates an XY table automation system and vision guidance to perform precise, repeatable welds, qualifying as a fully automatic machine using light or photon beam technology under tariff item 8515.21.00.

Bosch Rexroth Nut Welding Robot RCS-4000

> A fully automatic robotic projection welder used for inserting nuts into automotive chassis components. It features a 6-axis robot and integrated feeder, performing resistance welding of metal automatically, which aligns with the scope of tariff item 8515.21.00 for fully automatic resistance welding machines.

CMW Flash Butt Welder FBW-1000 Automatic

> A fully automatic flash butt welder designed for chain link fence production, with automated upsetting and flashing cycles. This machine performs resistance welding of metal automatically, fitting the description of fully automatic resistance welding apparatus under tariff item 8515.21.00.

Dengensha Multi-Gun Automatic Projection Welder

> A high-speed fully automatic multi-station projection welder for battery pack assembly, featuring servo gun control. It performs resistance welding of metal components automatically, meeting the criteria for fully automatic resistance welding machines under tariff item 8515.21.00.

ESAB AristoMig 4004i Pulse RoboFeed Automation Kit

> A fully automatic robotic MIG welding package with through-arm wire feeding for reach-in applications. It is designed for automated metal arc welding, qualifying as a fully automatic machine under tariff item 8515.21.00 for arc welding of metal.

Fronius TransSteel 3000c Pulse Automated Welder

> A multi-process fully automatic pulse MIG/MAG welder for heavy steel fabrication, with synergic control programs. It performs metal arc welding automatically, fitting the scope of tariff item 8515.21.00 for fully automatic welding machines.

Hartech Seam Welding Machine SWM-5000 Auto

> A fully automatic longitudinal seam welder for fuel tank fabrication, using copper wire electrodes and pneumatic automation. It performs resistance seam welding of metal automatically, meeting the definition of fully automatic resistance welding apparatus under tariff item 8515.21.00.

Huayuan Thick Plate Automatic Submerged Arc Welder

> A heavy-duty fully automatic submerged arc welding tractor for ship plate and pressure vessel fabrication. It performs metal arc welding automatically, qualifying as a fully automatic welding machine under tariff item 8515.21.00.

KUKA ArcTech ProLiner Automated MIG Welding Cell

> A complete fully automatic MIG welding robotic cell with positioner and safety fencing for shipbuilding panels. It performs metal arc welding automatically as an integrated system, fitting the scope of tariff item 8515.21.00 for fully automatic welding machines.

Liburdi LW7000 Automated Plasma Weld Head

> A precision fully automatic plasma arc welding system for turbine blade repair in aerospace applications, with orbital motion control. It performs plasma arc welding of metal automatically, qualifying under tariff item 8515.21.00 as a fully automatic welding machine.

Miller Auto-Axcess E360 MIG Welder with Automation Package

> A fully automatic MIG welding system with integrated wire feeder and robotic interface for continuous seam welding in heavy fabrication. It performs metal arc welding automatically, fitting the description of fully automatic welding machines under tariff item 8515.21.00.

Novarc Phoenix Automated Pipe Welding System

> An AI-powered fully automatic orbital pipe welder for oil and gas pipeline fabrication, with real-time weld monitoring. It performs metal arc welding automatically, qualifying under tariff item 8515.21.00 as a fully automatic welding machine.

O.R. Laser TableTop Pro Automated Fiber Laser Welder

> A desktop fully automatic fiber laser welder with rotary axis for jewelry and medical device manufacturing. It performs light beam welding of metal automatically, fitting the scope of tariff item 8515.21.00 for fully automatic welding machines using light or photon beams.

Panasonic Fully Automatic Spot Welder TAWSN180C

> A fully automatic resistance spot welder for high-volume automotive manufacturing, using servo motors for precise electrode force and timing control. It performs resistance welding of metal automatically, meeting the criteria for fully automatic resistance welding machines under tariff item 8515.21.00.

Trumpf TruArc Weld 1000 Automated Cell

> A compact fully automatic arc welding cell with integrated robot for precision sheet metal fabrication. It performs metal arc welding automatically as a complete system, qualifying under tariff item 8515.21.00 for fully automatic welding machines.

Battery Pack Tab Welder TWM-2000

The TWM-2000 is a precision resistance welder designed for assembling lithium-ion battery packs by welding nickel tabs to cells. It uses programmable force and current to ensure consistent, reliable welds on 18650 and 21700 cells, making it a specialized machine for battery manufacturing. This product falls under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine, not elsewhere specified in the subheading.

Coin Battery Resistance Welder CBW-50

The CBW-50 is a micro resistance welder specifically engineered for sealing coin cell battery caps and cases. It delivers extremely low energy pulses to prevent cell damage during the hermetic sealing process, offering a laser-free alternative. This product is classified under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine for specialized battery manufacturing.

Dent Fix DF-808AC Projection Welder

The Dent Fix DF-808AC is a portable projection resistance welder used for automotive stud welding and nut projection on body panels. It creates localized high-resistance points to form strong mechanical bonds, making it ideal for collision repair. This product falls under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine.

Door Frame Resistance Welder DFR-500

The DFR-500 is a specialized resistance welder for joining steel door and window frame corners. It uses a multi-point electrode configuration to create square frame welds with precision and strength. This product is classified under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine for metal fabrication.

Flash Butt Welding Machine Model FBW-500

The FBW-500 is a flash butt welding machine used for splicing railroad rails, steel pipes, and rebar. It operates through controlled arcing followed by upset forging to produce high-strength joints. This product falls under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine.

Forney 58588 Heavy Duty Resistance Welder

The Forney 58588 is a benchtop resistance welder designed for heavy gauge sheet metal fabrication up to 10 gauge steel. It features an adjustable throat depth for frame and chassis work, making it versatile for workshops. This product is classified under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine.

Hartech RW-200 Seam Welder

The Hartech RW-200 is a resistance seam welding machine for continuous welding of thin metal sheets, commonly used in HVAC ductwork and fuel tanks. It employs rotating wheel electrodes to create leak-proof overlapping welds. This product falls under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine.

IRB 2600 Spot Welding Robot End-Effector

The IRB 2600 Spot Welding Robot End-Effector is a resistance spot welding gun designed for automotive assembly lines. It features a lightweight servo-controlled C-gun design for high-volume production, compatible with ABB robots. This product is classified under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding apparatus.

Mesh Welding Machine MW-3000

The MW-3000 is a resistance grid mesh welder for producing concrete reinforcement panels and fencing. It automatically steps wire positions while resistance welding cross wires, ensuring efficient and consistent mesh production. This product falls under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine.

Miller Syncrowave 200 TIG-Resistance Hybrid

The AMICO SW-1000 is a portable stud resistance welder that draws ceramic ferrule studs to steel plates for construction applications. It uses capacitive discharge for instant, reliable welds, making it suitable for on-site work. This product is classified under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine.

Pipe Resistance Seam Welder PSR-400

The PSR-400 is a longitudinal seam resistance welder for small diameter steel pipes used in scaffolding and furniture tubing. It uses copper wire seam welding electrodes to provide consistent, strong bonds along the pipe length. This product falls under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine.

ProSpot PR-10 Butt Welder

The ProSpot PR-10 is a resistance butt welder that joins metal wires, rods, and pipes by forcing abutting ends together under high current. It is commonly used in wire harness manufacturing and plumbing applications. This product is classified under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine.

SEAT AC200 Resistance Spot Welder

The SEAT AC200 is a portable resistance spot welding machine used for joining sheet metal in automotive body repair. It operates by passing high current through metal electrodes to generate heat for localized melting and bonding. This product falls under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine.

Sunstone Micro Weld 300DS

The Sunstone Micro Weld 300DS is a precision resistance micro welder for battery tab welding and jewelry applications. It delivers controlled low-energy pulses for delicate materials without burn-through, ensuring high-quality welds. This product is classified under tariff item 8515.29.00 as an 'other' resistance welding machine.