Tungsten Carbide Cutting Insert

A precision-engineered insert made from sintered tungsten carbide used in machining tools for cutting metals. It falls under HTS 8101.99.80.00 as an 'other' article of tungsten, distinct from unwrought forms, powders, or waste/scrap. This classification covers finished tungsten products not specified elsewhere in the heading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

8207.80Lower: 13.7% vs 38.7%

If presented as part of a complete cutting tool

Assembled tool inserts with holders classify as interchangeable tools of base metal, shifting from Chapter 81 raw material articles.

8432.10.00Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If for use in plows or cultivators

Tungsten articles designed specifically for agricultural machinery end-use fall under parts of harvesting machines.

6804.21.00Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If in millstone or grinding wheel form

Tungsten shapes for grinding applications are classified by function in Chapter 68 rather than material composition.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify tungsten content exceeds 99% by weight via certified assay reports to confirm classification under Chapter 81

Provide mill test certificates documenting composition to avoid misclassification as alloys under general metal headings

Ensure proper labeling of hazardous properties if coated, as tungsten carbide dust poses inhalation risks during customs inspection