CNC Horizontal Turning Center from Germany
A computer numerical control (CNC) lathe designed for precision metal removal in high-volume manufacturing, featuring multiple axes for complex turning operations. It falls under HTS 8458.99.50.90 as a specialized turning center not classified under bed, duplicating, or numerical control subheadings. Used extensively in automotive and aerospace part production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify CNC control specifications meet 'numerical control' definitions to avoid misclassification; obtain machine tool origin certificates for preferential tariff treatment; ensure compliance with export control regulations for high-precision equipment