Pneumatic Tapping Arm

Articulated pneumatic tapping arm with auto-reversal for overhead and deep-hole tapping in metal castings. Classified HTS 8459.70.80.60 for low-value tapping machines. Foundry and machining applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+35.0%39.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8428.90.03Lower: 35% vs 39.2%

If lifting capacity exceeds tapping function

Lifting/manipulation equipment goes to 8428.

8479.50.00.00Lower: 37.5% vs 39.2%

If industrial robots for semiconductor assembly

Robotic arms for chip manufacturing use specific codes.

8412.39.00Lower: 35% vs 39.2%

If sold as bare pneumatic engine

Engines separate from tooling classify under 8412.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify air pressure requirements and reach specs; OSHA-equivalent safety docs

Common error: classifying as robotic arm (8479)

Separate compressor value

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