Electric Tapper for Small Parts from China
Handheld electric tapping tool with digital depth control for M1-M10 threads in thin metal sheets. Classified HTS 8459.70.80.60 as other low-value tapping machine for metal removal. Used in electronics assembly.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.7%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Classify based on motor-driven metal removal, not drill classification; provide torque specs
• Common pitfall: confusing with cordless drills (8467)
• Ensure battery compliance if included