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Pile Boring Auger from Japan

A heavy-duty auger attachment for drilling deep holes in earth for concrete pile foundations in construction. Falls under HTS 8430.49.8050 as other boring machinery specifically for earth foundation work.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document maximum drilling depth and soil capacity to distinguish from mining augers

• Certify material composition (high-strength steel) for construction standards

• Include torque specifications for customs technical review