M42 HSS Cobalt Turning Bit from Japan
M42 high-speed steel bit with cobalt, molybdenum, and tungsten alloys exceeding HTS 8207.80.30.00 thresholds for lathe turning. Provides heat resistance for roughing operations. Standard for job shops.
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
• Standard M42 composition universally accepted; minimal testing needed
• Square/rectangular bits easier to classify than round
• Bulk packaging reduces per-unit duty assessment