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Carbide Metal Stamping Punch from China

A precision carbide punch designed for high-volume metal stamping operations, used to cut precise shapes from sheet metal in manufacturing presses. It falls under HTS 8207.30.30 as an interchangeable tool specifically suitable for cutting metal in pressing, stamping, or punching machines. The tool's durable carbide construction ensures clean cuts on steel and aluminum sheets.

Duty Rate — China → United States

43.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify tool material composition (e.g

carbide content) via lab testing for accurate HTS classification and duty assessment

Include detailed engineering drawings and end-use certifications to prove suitability for metal cutting and avoid misclassification as general punches