Carbide Tipped Rock Auger from Japan
An auger with tungsten carbide tips for boring into hard rock formations in mining and quarrying. It qualifies under HTS 8207.19.60.90 as 'other' rock drilling or earth boring tools, including parts for machine-tools.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit hardness test reports for carbide tips to support rock drilling classification
• Ensure proper invoicing separates tools from machinery to prevent 8430 classification
• Comply with REACH regulations for carbide materials if importing from EU suppliers