High-Speed Steel End Mill 1/2 Inch Diameter

A 1/2 inch diameter end milling cutter made from high-speed steel (HSS) with 4 flutes, designed for general-purpose milling in CNC machines and manual mills. It features a flat end for plunging and side milling operations on metals like aluminum and steel. Classified under HTS 8207.70.60.30 as an end milling cutter for machine tools.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.9%+35.0%37.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇨🇦Canada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇩🇪Germany2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇯🇵Japan2.9%+10.0%12.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

8207.70.60Same rate: 37.9%

If not specifically an end mill type, such as a face mill

Other milling tools beyond end mills fall under the residual 'other' subheading within the same milling tools category.

8209.00.00Higher: 39.6% vs 37.9%

If imported as individual replaceable inserts or tips

Separate cutting inserts for milling tools are classified under heading 8209 for tool plates and tips, not complete tools.

8466.10.01Higher: 38.9% vs 37.9%

If sold as part of a complete milling machine assembly

Parts and accessories identifiable for specific machine tools like milling machines go to Chapter 84, not Chapter 82 standalone tools.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify tool material composition (e.g

HSS vs carbide) and dimensions for accurate HTS classification to avoid misdeclaration penalties

Include detailed technical specs like flute count, shank diameter, and helix angle in commercial invoices for customs valuation

Ensure compliance with ISO standards for cutting tools; common pitfall is undervaluing based on retail packaging instead of bulk import

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