Cermet Turning Insert Grade from Japan
Advanced cermet insert (ceramic-metal composite) with tungsten carbide and over 0.2% chromium for high-speed finishing turns. Classified HTS 8207.80.30.00 due to alloy cutting part specifications. Provides mirror finishes on hardened steels.
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
• Technical data sheets must specify exact alloy percentages by weight
• Distinguish cermet from pure ceramic (different material heading)
• Use binding rulings for composite material classifications