Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 102 Plasma Cutter from China
Handheld 60A plasma cutter for gouging and cutting metal up to 1-1/4 inch thickness using plasma arc technology. Classified in HTS 8456.40.10 for its dedicated metal-working plasma process. Popular for field maintenance and automotive repair.
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
• Provide cut charts demonstrating metal thickness capabilities in import docs
• Comply with OSHA-equivalent safety labeling for plasma arc hazards
• Avoid pitfall of classifying as consumer tool; emphasize industrial metalworking use