High-Speed Steel Gear Hob from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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