Precision Optical Profile Grinding Machine from China
Machine using optical tracing for contour grinding of hardened metal tools and dies with abrasive wheels. HTS 8460.29.0150 applies as an other grinding machine for metal finishing, distinct from gear grinders. Used in mold-making and tool production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.9%
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
• Submit engineering drawings illustrating profile grinding path to confirm non-gear classification
• Ensure invoice specifies 'for metal dies/tools' not vague terms like 'universal profiler'
• Avoid pitfall of classifying with measuring optics as Chapter 90; optics here are for profiling only