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Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 102 Plasma Cutter from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

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

• Ensure voltage complies with US electrical standards (50/60Hz) to avoid re-import refusals

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