8456.20.10/Ultrasonic Metal Cutting Machine USM-500/China

Ultrasonic Metal Cutting Machine USM-500 from China

The USM-500 is an ultrasonic machine tool designed specifically for cutting hard metals like titanium and stainless steel by using high-frequency vibrations to remove material without generating heat damage. It falls under HTS 8456.20.10 as it operates via ultrasonic processes for metalworking, enabling precision cuts in aerospace components. This classification distinguishes it from other removal methods like laser or EDM.

Duty Rate — China → United States

38.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]
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Import Tips

• Verify machine specifications confirm ultrasonic vibration frequency over 20 kHz and metalworking capability to avoid misclassification; provide technical datasheets and end-use certificates for customs clearance

• Common pitfall: inadequate vibration tool documentation leading to scrutiny under Chapter 84 general machinery provisions