Punch Press Blank Die Set from Japan
A matched upper and lower die set for punch presses used to blank out shapes from metal sheets via punching without severing edges cleanly. Falls under HTS 8207.30.60.92 for other non-metal-cutting punching tools. Essential for high-volume metal forming in manufacturing.
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
• Label dies clearly as 'not for cutting metal' to support classification
• Obtain certificates of origin to qualify for preferential duty rates under trade agreements
• Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring tooling tolerances are documented for valuation purposes