Copying Lathe for Duplicate Parts from Japan
A lathe using templates or tracers to duplicate metal profiles automatically, for low-volume replication tasks. Classified in HTS 8458.99.50 as other lathes for metal removal, not numerical control. Used in pattern making and restoration work.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include template mechanism details to prevent 8458.11 misclassification; ensure hydraulic tracer compliance with safety standards
• Pitfall: incomplete specs leading to parts classification