8460.24.00.05/Used Brown & Sharpe 618MTC Grinder/Japan

Used Brown & Sharpe 618MTC Grinder from Japan

A used Brown & Sharpe fully numeric-controlled surface grinder for sharpening and finishing metal tools with grinding stones. Classified in HTS 8460.24.00.05 as a used NC grinding machine for metal or cermets, excluding gears. Vintage model popular in job shops.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Include age verification (e.g

• manufacture date >5 years) to clearly establish 'used' status over new

• Calibrate and certify spindle runout before shipment to prevent arrival disputes

• Budget for potential retrofit costs not covered in rebuild specs