Haas VF-2SS Horizontal Machining Center from Japan
The Haas VF-2SS is a compact horizontal-spindle machining center with automatic tool changer and Y-axis travel not over 685 mm, designed for high-speed metalworking in aerospace and automotive parts production. It falls under HTS 8457.10.00.55 due to its unit construction, horizontal spindle, automatic tool changing capability, and specified Y-axis limitation for precise milling operations on metal workpieces.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.2%
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
Import Tips
• Verify Y-axis travel measurement in machine specs does not exceed 685 mm to confirm HTS 8457.10.00.55 classification; provide OEM documentation
• Include CE marking and ISO 9001 certification for quality compliance; declare spindle orientation as horizontal to avoid misclassification