Ceramic Sanding Discs for Metalworking from Germany
These 5-inch sanding discs feature ceramic abrasive grains partially coated on a flexible plastic film backing, designed for high-speed rotary sanders in metal fabrication. They fall under HTS 6805.30.1000 as articles coated with abrasives in disk form on a base of other materials like plastic film. Ideal for removing welds and surface prep on steel.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify abrasive grain type and backing material in invoices to confirm 'other materials' base excluding paper or textile
• Include safety data sheets for hazardous abrasives; ensure DOT compliance for shipping dusty products
• Avoid misclassification as bonded abrasives (6804); provide cut-to-shape evidence