ESAB AristoCut 200i CNC Plasma Cutting System from Germany
A high-amperage numerically controlled plasma arc system for heavy-duty metal cutting in shipbuilding and structural steel fabrication, removing material through ionized gas arc. It qualifies for HTS 8456.40.1010 as a dedicated CNC metalworking plasma machine.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit plasma arc process diagrams and CNC controller specs to justify classification over general tools
• Document metal-specific consumables (e.g
• nozzles for steel) to affirm working metal purpose
• Avoid delays by pre-clearing with CBP on high-power units over 1000A, as they may flag for energy import rules