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Okuma MB-500H CNC Horizontal Boring Mill from Japan

Horizontal numerically controlled boring-milling machine with pallet changer for high-volume production, performing metal removal via boring, milling, and tapping under HTS 8459.31.0065. Designed for heavy-duty parts like engine blocks in automotive manufacturing.

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

• Specify horizontal configuration and pallet system in commercial invoice

• Provide evidence of metal removal capability (RPM, torque specs)

• Avoid misclassification as 8458 by confirming no primary turning function