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Nibbling Tool Head for CNC Metal Cutting from Japan

Specialized oscillating head for CNC nibblers that makes thousands of micro-cuts to produce complex contours in sheet metal. Falls under HTS 8207.30.30 as punching tool for metal. Ideal for prototype and short-run production.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Demonstrate 'punch-perforate-move' cycle in technical literature

• Avoid 'shear' terminology—emphasize incremental punching mechanism