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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Demonstrate 'punch-perforate-move' cycle in technical literature
• Avoid 'shear' terminology—emphasize incremental punching mechanism