Hardinge HLV-H CNC Retrofit Lathe from Japan
Hardinge HLV-H is a precision benchtop CNC lathe retrofitted for metal prototype turning with 11" swing. Its numerical control for contouring classifies it in HTS 8458.91.5070, separate from semiconductor wafer preparation grinders/lappers.
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 retrofit certification proving full numerical control integration
• Small size simplifies import but ensure accurate weight declarations for freight