DMG Mori NLX 2500 CNC Lathe

The DMG Mori NLX 2500 is a precision CNC lathe for high-speed metal turning with 10" chuck and 26" between centers. Its MAPPS IV control enables Y-axis and live tooling for complex parts, falling under HTS 8458.91.5070 as other numerically controlled lathes not dedicated to semiconductor wafer production equipment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.4%+35.0%39.4%
🇲🇽Mexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇨🇦Canada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇩🇪Germany4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇯🇵Japan4.4%+10.0%14.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8458.91.50Same rate: 39.4%

If horizontal spindle type

Statistical breakout distinguishes horizontal vs. other NC lathe orientations.

8479.50.00.00Lower: 37.5% vs 39.4%

If purpose-built for semiconductor crystal growing

Per chapter statistical notes, crystal pullers and grinders for semiconductor boules classify in 8479.

9031.49Lower: 10% vs 39.4%

If primarily for precision measurement rather than material removal

Machines with metrology functions dominating over turning may shift to Chapter 90.

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