OptiPro eSX Ultrasonic Machining System from China
Precision ultrasonic system for micro-machining metals, creating features down to 50 microns in stainless steel and tungsten. Falls under HTS 8456.20.1050 as other ultrasonic metalworking equipment. Critical for semiconductor mold inserts and optical components.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide amplitude and frequency specs in entry docs
• Comply with precision machine quotas if applicable
• Pitfall: retail vs industrial use affects valuation