Hypertherm Powermax 105 Plasma Cutter

The Hypertherm Powermax 105 is a handheld plasma arc cutting system capable of cutting up to 1-1/4 inch thick steel plates with high precision using a plasma arc process. It falls under HTS 8456.40.90.00 as it is a machine tool operated by plasma arc process for material removal by melting and blowing away metal, classified as 'other' non-CNC plasma cutters.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.2%+35.0%37.2%
🇲🇽Mexico2.2%+10.0%12.2%
🇨🇦Canada2.2%+10.0%12.2%
🇩🇪Germany2.2%+10.0%12.2%
🇯🇵Japan2.2%+10.0%12.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

8515.39.00Lower: 36.6% vs 37.2%

If primarily marketed as welding equipment

Plasma arc machines used mainly for welding rather than material removal by cutting fall under welding apparatus headings.

8468.10.00Lower: 20.4% vs 37.2%

If handheld and under portable tool size limits

Small portable plasma cutters may classify as handheld machine tools for metalworking instead of dedicated machine tools.

8479.89.65.00Lower: 20.3% vs 37.2%

If integrated into automated industrial machinery

When assembled as part of complete industrial production line, may classify as machines for other industrial uses.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify CE marking and compliance with electrical safety standards like UL or CSA for North American imports

• Include detailed technical specs and plasma torch configuration in commercial invoice to avoid misclassification as welding equipment

• Check for high-voltage component declarations to comply with hazmat shipping regulations