Cermet Drilling Tip Insert from Japan
Unmounted cylindrical cermet sticks used as drill point inserts for deep-hole drilling in tough materials. Provide extended tool life in automotive crankshaft production. Covered by HTS 8209.00.00 as cermet tool 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
• Document exact cermet grade (e.g
• CT510) to prevent reclassification as tungsten carbide under same heading but different stats
• Confirm unmounted status; pre-sharpened mounted drills go to 8207.50
• Maintain traceability certificates for aerospace-qualified cermets