Okuma MB-500 Horizontal Machining Center from Japan
The Okuma MB-500 is a horizontal machining center optimized for high-volume production drilling, boring, milling, and tapping of large metal components with pallet changer for efficiency. It qualifies for HTS 8459.29.00 as an 'other' multi-function drilling machine tool that removes metal via various operations. Ideal for automotive engine blocks and transmission cases.
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
• Provide pallet system and axis travel specs; ensure declaration matches 'other drilling machines' not horizontal boring mills
• Include noise/vibration compliance docs for OSHA; use ISPM-15 certified pallets for crating