High-Speed Steel Twist Drill Bit 1/4 Inch from Japan
A 1/4-inch diameter twist drill bit made from high-speed steel alloy containing over 0.2% chromium and 0.1% vanadium for enhanced hardness and heat resistance. Designed for interchangeable use in hand drills or machine tools for precise metal drilling. Falls under HTS 8207.50.20 due to its alloy composition in the cutting part meeting the specified elemental thresholds.
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
• Verify alloy composition certificates to confirm chromium over 0.2%, molybdenum/tungsten over 0.2%, or vanadium over 0.1% for proper classification
• Provide detailed material specs and end-use documentation to avoid misclassification as basic steel tools under 8207.50.40
• Ensure tools are marked with size, material (HSS), and country of origin for customs compliance