1/2 Inch Tungsten Carbide Tipped Masonry Drill Bit from Mexico
A 1/2-inch diameter drill bit with tungsten carbide cutting inserts exceeding 0.2% tungsten by weight, suitable for drilling into concrete or brick in non-rock applications. Falls under HTS 8207.50.20.80 due to its high tungsten content and design as an interchangeable tool for hand or power drills, excluding rock drilling. Provides superior wear resistance for construction tasks.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Require supplier specs showing tungsten percentage; label clearly as 'for drilling other than rock'
• Pitfall: confusing with rock drill bits leading to incorrect Chapter 82 hierarchy