Cobalt-Alloyed Twist Drill Bit 3/16 Inch from Japan
A 3/16 inch twist drill featuring cobalt-enriched high-speed steel with over 0.2% molybdenum and 0.1% vanadium for enhanced heat resistance. Classified in HTS 8207.50.20.55 due to its alloy composition exceeding vanadium thresholds and use in drilling non-rock materials like steel alloys. Suitable for automotive repair and industrial maintenance.
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
• Obtain material test reports (MTRs) proving vanadium >0.1% to justify classification and avoid downgrade to lower-duty subheadings
• Package in protective cases to prevent damage; declare as 'interchangeable drill bits' not sets to prevent set classification issues
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain HSS tools from specific countries like China