High-Speed EDM Drilling Machine from Japan
Specialized EDM equipment for fast, small-diameter hole drilling in turbine blades using rotating tubular electrodes and electro-discharge sparks. HTS 8456.30.5000 covers this 'other' electro-discharge process for hard materials. Essential for fuel injection nozzles and cooling holes in jet engines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document rotational speed and electrode specs to confirm EDM vs. mechanical drilling
• Comply with aviation export controls if destined for aerospace; file EEI accurately
• Avoid pitfall of undervaluing by omitting precision calibration system costs