Haas VF-2 Vertical Machining Center from China
The Haas VF-2 is a vertical machining center equipped with an automatic tool changer (ATC) capable of holding up to 20 tools, designed for high-precision metalworking operations like milling and drilling. It falls under HTS 8457.10.00.70 as a single-station unit construction machine with ATC for metal processing in manufacturing environments. This classification applies to its use in producing complex metal parts with automatic tool swapping functionality.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.2%
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
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Verify machine specifications match HTS criteria for automatic tool changers and metalworking to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed technical manuals and CE certifications in documentation for customs clearance