HSS Twist Drill Bit 1/2 Inch

A high-speed steel (HSS) twist drill bit designed for drilling precise holes in metal, wood, and plastic materials. It falls under HTS 8207.60.00 as an interchangeable tool specifically for boring operations in machine tools or power hand tools. The fluted design efficiently evacuates chips during use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.8%+35.0%39.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇨🇦Canada4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇩🇪Germany4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇯🇵Japan4.8%+10.0%14.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8207.50Lower: 12.9% vs 39.8%

If designed for milling operations

Milling cutters have teeth for peripheral cutting, distinguishing them from boring tools focused on enlarging holes.

8207.90.60Lower: 39.3% vs 39.8%

If classified as a machine tool part rather than interchangeable tool

Permanently mounted boring bars are parts, not swappable tools like drill bits.

8431.49.90Lower: 35% vs 39.8%

If for rock or earth boring in mining equipment

Earth boring tools for heavy machinery fall under Chapter 84 for drilling rigs, not hand/machine tool bits.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify material composition (e.g

HSS vs cobalt) for accurate HTS classification and labeling

Include technical specs like shank type and flute length in documentation to avoid misclassification as rock drilling tools

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