Bridgeport Series I Knee-Type Milling Machine from Japan
The Bridgeport Series I is a classic vertical knee-type milling machine used for precision milling, drilling, and boring operations by removing metal from workpieces. It features a movable knee for table height adjustment and is widely used in job shops and maintenance departments. Classified under HTS 8459.59.00 as a knee-type milling machine, other than specific variants.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify CE marking and OSHA compliance for safety features like guards and emergency stops
• Include detailed machine specifications, including spindle speed and table size, in commercial invoices
• Check for anti-dumping duties if sourced from certain Asian manufacturers