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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%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 dust collection system specifications if graphite-capable

• Calibrate and certify axis positioning accuracy before export

• Use machine-specific shipping containers to prevent alignment shifts