Vanadium-Alloyed Face Milling Cutter from Japan
Face milling cutter with high-speed steel body containing over 0.1% vanadium and 0.2% chromium for flat surface finishing. Meets HTS 8207.70.30 criteria due to enhanced cutting part alloys for heat and wear resistance. Used in precision machining for mold making and part surfacing.
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
• Request supplier's material safety data sheets (MSDS) highlighting alloy percentages for audit proof
• Classify based on primary cutting edge material, not coating, to maintain correct heading
• Document end-use as machine-tool interchangeable to distinguish from hand-operated tools