Manual Knee-Type Milling Machine from Japan
A small manual milling machine with knee and column design for drilling, boring, and milling metal workpieces up to 12-inch capacity. Classified under HTS 8459.39.0020 for other boring-milling machines valued under $3,025, ideal for educational or prototype fabrication.
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
• Provide blueprints or operational manuals proving metal removal capability to distinguish from non-tariffed hobby tools
• Declare exact spindle speed and table size in entry docs to support boring-milling function
• Watch for undervaluation penalties; use third-party appraisals for low-cost imports