Sintered Tungsten Carbide Drill Tip from Japan
Replaceable drill point inserts made from sintered tungsten carbide for indexable drilling tools. Used in deep-hole drilling for tough metals. HTS 8209.00.0030 applies to these unmounted cermet tips.
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
• Declare ISO insert designations (e.g
• APMT) to aid customs in verifying tool tip status
• Provide supplier affidavits confirming >90% sintered carbide content
• Watch for reclassification if tips exceed certain sizes suggesting sticks rather than tips