9x20 Horizontal Precision Lathe from Japan
Precision horizontal lathe with 9-inch swing over bed and 20-inch between centers, featuring cross-slide and compound rest for fine metal turning. Popular for gunsmithing and custom fabrication. HTS 8458.19.00.20 for under-$3,025 units.
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
• Provide evidence of precision tolerances to support metal lathe classification
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