M42 Cobalt HSS Jobber Drill Bit Set 10-Piece from Japan
A set of 10 jobber-length drill bits from M42 cobalt high-speed steel with over 0.2% molybdenum and 0.1% vanadium for drilling tough materials like stainless steel. Interchangeable for power handtools or lathes. Classified in HTS 8207.50.20 based on the high-alloy cutting edges.
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
• Report as individual pieces per statistical note for sets; include set packaging details
• Test alloy content if disputed; cobalt M42 typically exceeds thresholds but document proof
• Avoid bundling with non-tool items to prevent set reclassification under other headings