Woodworking Spiral Cutterhead with Carbide Inserts

This cutterhead features multiple interchangeable carbide cutting inserts arranged in a spiral pattern, designed for use in planers and jointers to produce smooth finishes on wood. It falls under HTS 8207.90.75.45 as a cutterhead with interchangeable tools not suitable for cutting metal, specifically for woodworking machinery. The modular inserts allow for easy replacement and indexing to maintain cutting performance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8208.30.00Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If mounted on a shank for direct machine insertion

Mountable tools for machining, even non-metal, shift to Chapter 82 heading 8208 if not classified as cutterheads.

8466.94.65Higher: 39.7% vs 38.7%

If imported as parts of woodworking planers or jointers

Parts and accessories identifiable for specific Chapter 84 machines like planers fall under 8466 rather than general tools.

8207.90.30Higher: 40% vs 38.7%

If suitable for cutting metal despite primary wood use

Tools capable of metal cutting, regardless of intended use, are excluded from the 'not suitable for cutting metal' subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the cutterhead is explicitly not suitable for metal cutting via manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification under metalworking headings

Include detailed technical drawings and material composition certificates to confirm carbide inserts and base metal construction

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