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Fadal VMC 4020 Vertical Machining Center from Japan

Fadal VMC 4020 is a high-performance boring-milling CNC machine for aerospace component manufacturing. Falls under HTS 8459.39.0050 as other machines for metal removal by milling and boring, excluding lathes. Known for fast rapids and rigid casting.

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 proof of metal removal capability (not wood/plastic only) for correct heading

• Include spindle taper specifications (CAT40/50) in entry to confirm industrial use

• Beware of classification shifts if retrofitted with additive manufacturing