Haas VF-2 Vertical Machining Center from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
14.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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