Hypertherm Powermax 105 Plasma Cutter from Japan
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.
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
• 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