Lincoln Electric Power Wave S500 Advanced Welding Machine from Japan
The Lincoln Electric Power Wave S500 Advanced Welding Machine is a high-performance inverter-based arc welder for MIG, TIG, and submerged arc processes, using advanced waveform control technology. It is classified under tariff item 8515.39.00 as 'other' arc welding machines, as it is not a rotating-type welder and does not fit into more specific subheadings.
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Vehicles Program - Unregulated Vehicles · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require TC Vehicles Program - Unregulated Vehicles depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8515390011; Equal To 8515390019; Equal To 8515390020. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) OR Commodity Identity Code = VV.
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Ensure the welder is declared as an arc welding machine under heading 85.15, with detailed specifications of its multi-process capabilities
• Verify if the machine includes any software or controllers that might affect classification
• Confirm compliance with Canadian electrical safety regulations (e.g
• CSA or UL certification) to expedite customs clearance