Haas VF-3 Vertical Machining Center from China
The Haas VF-3 is a versatile vertical machining center capable of milling, drilling, and boring operations on metal workpieces with high precision. It falls under HTS 8459.39.0050 as an other boring-milling machine used for removing metal by milling and boring processes, distinct from lathes. This machine is widely used in aerospace and automotive manufacturing for complex part production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Verify machine specifications match HTS 8459 criteria for boring-milling functions; include technical datasheets in entry documentation
• Ensure CE marking or equivalent for safety compliance; common pitfall is misclassifying as a lathe under 8458
• Obtain correct valuation including software licenses to avoid undervaluation penalties