DMG Mori NLX 2500 CNC Lathe from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide CAD drawings of machine configuration to support classification as a complete lathe vs. partial assembly
• Ensure coolant system documentation meets EPA standards for import; test for leaks pre-shipment
• Avoid delays by pre-clearing with CBP via binding ruling for high-value machines over $100K