Variable Speed Woodturning Lathe for Metal Adapters from Japan
A variable speed lathe primarily marketed for wood but capable of light metal turning with adapter accessories. It supports speeds from 500-3200 RPM for spindle work on soft metals like aluminum. Classified in HTS 8458.99.50.60 as other metal-removing lathes under value limit.
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
• Submit engineering drawings showing metal removal features to distinguish from pure wood lathes
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete bills of materials; list all metalworking chucks and tools
• Pre-classify via binding ruling if dual-use marketing could trigger reclassification