High-Speed Steel Keyway Broach from Japan
A precision tool made from high-speed steel used for cutting keyways in gears, pulleys, and shafts during machining operations. It falls under HTS 8207.60.00.30 as a broach, specifically designed for broaching internal slots in machine components. Essential for automotive and industrial manufacturing.
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
• Verify tool material composition (e.g
• HSS vs. carbide) for accurate HTS classification and provide mill test certificates
• Ensure proper documentation of end-use as machine-tool accessory to avoid misclassification as handtool parts
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain steel tools from specific countries like China