High-Speed Steel Gear Hob from Germany
A precision hob made from high-speed steel with over 0.2% chromium and molybdenum content, designed for cutting involute gear teeth on hobbing machines. It falls under HTS 8207.90.3030 due to its classification as a gear cutting tool with specified alloying elements exceeding the weight thresholds. Commonly used in automotive and machinery manufacturing for producing spur and helical gears.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify alloy composition certificates to confirm chromium/molybdenum over 0.2% for correct subheading classification
• Ensure tools are marked with country of origin and material specs to avoid customs reclassification