Cermet Boring Tip BNMR 160408 from Japan
Indexable cermet tip for boring bars, made of other cermets for deep-hole boring in engine blocks and molds. Classified in HTS 8209.00.00.60 as unmounted plates for tools, with chipbreaker geometry for tough materials. Ensures high surface quality in mold-making.
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
• Include heat treatment records proving cermet sintering process
• For high-value inserts, consider binding rulings from CBP for certainty