9x20 Gearhead Engine Lathe from Germany
Compact gearhead lathe with 9-inch swing over bed and 20-inch distance between centers for small metal parts production. Features quick-change gearbox for threading and feeds, optimized for metal stock removal. HTS 8458.99.50.60 applies for units valued below $3,025.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include spindle nose specs (e.g
• D1-4 camlock) in documentation for tariff verification
• Watch for valuation pitfalls; freight and insurance must be excluded from customs value
• Comply with machine tool safety standards like ANSI B11.6 for importer liability protection