Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 102 Plasma Cutter from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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