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Manual Tapping Head Station from Japan

A standalone manual tapping station with adjustable speed gearing for creating internal threads in metal workpieces by chip removal. Classified in HTS 8459.70.80.60 as an other threading/tapping machine under $3,025 value. Used in automotive repair shops for on-site bolt repairs.

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

• Include detailed technical specs showing metal removal mechanism; label as 'not for wood/plastic'

• Watch for undervaluation penalties during customs valuation

• Provide user manual for function verification