CNC Horizontal Metal Lathe 7x14 from Mexico
A compact CNC horizontal lathe designed for precision metal turning operations in small workshops. It features a 7-inch swing over bed and 14-inch distance between centers, with automated controls for threading and facing. Classified under HTS 8458.19.00.20 as a horizontal lathe valued under $3,025 each, specifically for metal removal processes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify unit value with commercial invoice to confirm eligibility under $3,025 threshold; overvaluation risks higher duty
• Provide detailed technical specs proving metal removal capability to avoid reclassification as non-lathes
• Ensure CE marking or equivalent for safety compliance if destined for EU markets post-import