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Mazak Optiplex Nexus 4020 CO2 Laser Cutter from Japan

CO2 laser cutting center with 4kW power for thick metal plates, including rotary axis for tube and pipe cutting. Uses light beam process to erode metal via fusion cutting method. Qualifies for HTS 8456.11.10 as laser-operated tool expressly for metal materials.

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

• Include power consumption and gas requirements in import docs for laser verification

• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete model numbers leading to wrong subheading

• For used machines, provide maintenance records proving operational laser for metal