Synthetic Diamond PCD Wire Die from Japan
Polycrystalline diamond (PCD) wire drawing die designed for high-speed drawing of steel and alloy wires, offering superior wear resistance. Falls under HTS 8207.20.00.30 for diamond-impregnated dies used in metal wire reduction. Widely used in automotive and electrical industries.
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
• Provide material composition analysis showing PCD diamond content to differentiate from plain carbide dies
• Ensure invoices specify wire gauge sizes supported to demonstrate industrial drawing use vs hobbyist tools
• Comply with diamond origin declarations if sourced from conflict regions to meet US import regulations