M2 High-Speed Steel Tap from Japan
Thread cutting tap made from M2 HSS with >0.2% Mo and 0.1% V for machine-tools. Classified HTS 8207.90.30.85 due to alloy composition in cutting section. Used for internal threading in production lines.
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
• Reference AISI M2 specs in documentation
• Avoid handtool confusion with machine shanks