ESAB AristoCut 200i Plasma Cutting System from China
ESAB AristoCut 200i is an inverter-based plasma cutter for precision cutting of stainless steel and aluminum up to 2 inches thick using transferred plasma arc. It qualifies under HTS 8456.40.10.90 as a specialized machine tool employing plasma arc for metal material removal processes.
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
• Document plasma arc voltage/current specs; CBP often reclassifies if appears more like electro-discharge machining
• Include origin certificates for steel components to apply correct Section 232 tariffs if applicable