Tungsten Carbide Insert Blanks

Pressed and sintered tungsten carbide blanks for turning and milling inserts, chemically defined WC compound. Fits HTS 2849.90.30.00 as unwrought carbide shapes before final grinding. Used in CNC machining for metal cutting.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.5%+25.0%30.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.5%β€”5.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.5%β€”5.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5.5%β€”5.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5.5%β€”5.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8208.10.00Higher: 35% vs 30.5%

If brazed or mounted on tool shanks

Knives and cutting inserts ready for use classify as Chapter 82 tools.

8112.12.00Higher: 43.5% vs 30.5%

If alloyed with significant metal binders like cobalt

High metal content may classify as unwrought tungsten alloys in Chapter 81.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include sintering certificates proving chemical purity; avoid describing as 'finished inserts' to prevent 8208 shift

β€’ Check for Section VI general notes on mixtures

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