Tie-Rod Hydraulic Cylinder for Industrial Presses from Japan
A linear acting hydraulic cylinder with tie-rods securing the barrel to the end caps, designed for high-pressure operation in industrial hydraulic presses. It falls under HTS 8412.21.0015 as a tie-rod type hydraulic power engine/motor used to convert hydraulic energy into linear mechanical motion. These are commonly employed in manufacturing for stamping and forming operations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify cylinder bore diameter and stroke length documentation to confirm classification as linear acting hydraulic motors
• Ensure pressure ratings and material certifications (e.g
• steel tie-rods) meet ASME standards to avoid reclassification