Haas VF-2 Vertical Machining Center from China
The Haas VF-2 is a versatile CNC vertical machining center equipped with a high-speed spindle for drilling, boring, milling, and tapping operations by removing metal from workpieces. It falls under HTS 8459.29.00 as it is a multi-function machine tool classified as 'other drilling machines' that performs metal removal beyond simple drilling. This category covers advanced CNC equipment not specifically lathes or basic drill presses.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify machine specifications match HTS 8459.29.00; provide detailed technical brochures showing metal removal capabilities for drilling, milling, etc
• Include CE marking or equivalent safety certifications; ensure spindle speed and axis configurations are documented to avoid misclassification as simpler tools