Haas EC-1600 Horizontal Machining Center from Japan

The Haas EC-1600 is a horizontal-spindle machining center with automatic tool changer, featuring a Y-axis travel of 762 mm (30 inches), ideal for high-volume production of medium-sized metal parts in automotive and aerospace industries. It falls under HTS 8457.10.00.60 due to its Y-axis dimension between 685 mm and 1,016 mm, unit construction design, and horizontal spindle configuration for metalworking. This classification applies specifically to single-station machines with these precise travel specifications.

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 certification from manufacturer to confirm HTS 8457.10.00.60 subheading; discrepancies can lead to reclassification

Include detailed technical specs and CE marking documentation for customs clearance, as these are high-value precision machines

Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring spindle orientation; horizontal-spindle models must not be listed under vertical codes

Haas EC-1600 Horizontal Machining Center from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8457.10.00.60