Sinker EDM Machine from China
A sinker electrical discharge machine that employs a shaped graphite or copper electrode to erode material from a workpiece submerged in dielectric oil, creating complex cavities. Falls under HTS 8456.30.5000 for electro-discharge material removal processes. Commonly used for mold-making in aerospace and medical device manufacturing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.9%
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
• Include electrode material compatibility certifications and power supply ratings in entry docs
• Label as 'electro-discharge' explicitly to avoid reclassification; provide demo videos if audited