ESAB Cutmaster 80i Handheld Plasma System from China
ESAB Cutmaster 80i is a portable 80-amp plasma cutting system designed for handheld cutting of steel up to 3/4 inch with SL60QD torch. It qualifies under HTS 8456.40.90.00 as 'other' plasma arc machine tools for precision material removal in fabrication shops.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]
Import Tips
• Declare torch consumable specifications (electrodes, nozzles) to prove plasma arc cutting capability
• Include duty cycle ratings at various amperages for technical validation during import inspection
• Avoid generic 'cutting machine' descriptions - specify 'plasma arc process' explicitly on paperwork