Plasma Arc Cutting Torch System from Germany
Industrial plasma cutter that generates a plasma arc through an electric circuit to melt and expel molten metal from steel plates for oxyfuel-free cutting. Falls under HTS 8456.90.71.00 for plasma arc processes in material removal machine tools. Widely used in shipbuilding and structural steel fabrication.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify plasma gas type (air/nitrogen) and amperage rating; comply with NFPA standards for arc flash safety; ensure proper voltage certification for North American grids