Haas VF-2 Vertical Machining Center from Germany
The Haas VF-2 is a numerically controlled knee-type milling machine designed for precision metal removal through milling operations. It features a 30" x 16" work envelope, high-speed spindles up to 8,100 RPM, and CNC controls for automated drilling, boring, and threading. Classified under HTS 8459.51.00 as a numerically controlled knee-type milling machine for metalworking.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify CNC control certification and numerical control specifications to confirm classification under 8459.51.00
• Include detailed technical specs like spindle speed and axis travels in commercial invoices to avoid misclassification
• Check for knee-type design; rigid column models may shift to 8459.59.00, leading to different duties