Giddings & Lewis VMC 1600 Boring Mill

Heavy-duty floor-type boring and milling machine for large metal parts like turbine housings, performing drilling, boring, and milling via metal removal. It qualifies for HTS 8459.39.00 as an other boring-milling machine tool.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina4.2%+35.0%39.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8459Same rate: 39.2%

If convertible to horizontal configuration

Horizontal boring-milling machines have a dedicated subheading under 8459.40.

8479.10.00Lower: 35% vs 39.2%

If for specialized use in semiconductor crystal boule grinding

Precision grinders for semiconductor materials may classify under Chapter 84 machinery for specific industries.

8462.29.00Higher: 39.4% vs 39.2%

If sold as a bending or working machine with milling secondary

Primary function determines heading; metal bending machines shift classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Provide load capacity and table size specs to distinguish from smaller milling-only machines

โ€ข Comply with voltage/frequency adaptation for U.S. grid to avoid customs delays

โ€ข Watch for anti-dumping duties if from certain origins; check USTR lists