Haas VF-2 Vertical Machining Center
The Haas VF-2 is a numerically controlled knee-type milling machine designed for precision metal removal in drilling, boring, and milling operations on various workpieces. It features a 30" x 16" table and high-speed spindle, classified under HTS 8459.51.0080 as a numerically controlled knee-type milling machine not specifically for fluteways. This machine is used in job shops for prototyping and small-batch production.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.2% | +35.0% | 39.2% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not knee-type (e.g., bed-type or gantry)
Non-knee type numerically controlled milling machines fall under different subheadings based on structural configuration.
If imported as a complete machining center with automatic tool changer
Machining centers combining multiple functions beyond basic milling are classified separately in heading 8465.
If primarily for semiconductor wafer processing
Machines specialized for semiconductor manufacturing may be classified under Chapter 84 provisions for such equipment.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify CNC control certification and include technical specifications in entry documentation to confirm numerical control status
• Ensure machine complies with EPA energy efficiency standards and provide CE marking for safety compliance
• Avoid misclassification as non-knee type by providing detailed structural diagrams showing knee mechanism
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