1/2 Inch Cobalt Brad Point Drill from Japan
Heavy-duty 1/2 inch brad point bit with cobalt-molybdenum alloy exceeding 0.2% for heat resistance in dense hardwoods like oak. Twist drill design with parabolic flutes classifies under HTS 8207.50.20.45 for non-rock drilling tools.
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
• Cobalt content qualifies as >0.2% Mo; retain spectrographic analysis for CBP audits
• Avoid generic 'drill bit' descriptions—specify 'brad point twist for wood' on commercial invoice
• Country-of-melt origin critical for HSS; declare accurately to comply with steel marking rules