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Used Makino S56 Vertical Machining Center from Japan

Overhauled high-speed CNC vertical machining center optimized for graphite and metal milling/boring operations. Falls under HTS 8459.31.00.05 as used numerically controlled boring-milling equipment for metal removal. Preferred for electrode production.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Include dust collection system specifications if graphite-capable

Calibrate and certify axis positioning accuracy before export

Use machine-specific shipping containers to prevent alignment shifts