Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 102 Plasma Cutter

Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 102 is a 60A handheld plasma cutting machine for metal thicknesses up to 1 inch, using SLiC technology for stable plasma arc generation. Classified in HTS 8456.40.10.90 for other plasma arc process machine tools working metal by material removal.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+35.0%38.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8515.90.20.00Lower: 36.6% vs 38.5%

If sold as digital plasma cutting power source without torch

Power supplies for welding/plasma without full machine assembly classify as parts in 8515.90.

8456Same rate: 38.5%

If for working non-metals like composites alongside metal

Multi-material plasma machines may fall under other 8456.99 provisions.

8479.10.00Lower: 35% vs 38.5%

If integrated into semiconductor wafer dicing equipment

Plasma dicing saws for semiconductor wafers classify under statistical notes for Chapter 84 machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide video demonstration of plasma arc cutting vs. welding to distinguish classification

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Declare compressed air requirements in specs; pitfall is classifying as requiring special industrial gases

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