Giddings & Lewis 75VMC Vertical Machining Center from China

A CNC vertical machining center equipped with a boring spindle for high-precision metal removal operations on large aerospace components. Classified under HTS 8459.49.0080 as a specialized boring machine for drilling, boring, and milling by removing metal, distinct from standard lathes. Its multi-axis capability supports complex contouring in industrial manufacturing.

Duty Rate — China → United States

39.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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 'boring machine' criteria per Chapter 84 notes to avoid reclassification to 8459.10 for drilling machines

Include detailed technical datasheets and end-use certificates to confirm metal removal function and prevent HTS 8479 misclassification as machinery with additional functions

Ensure CE marking or equivalent for safety compliance; common pitfall is incomplete spindle speed documentation leading to customs delays