Cylindrical Grinder

Precision machine for external and internal grinding of cylindrical metal parts like shafts and bearings. Falls under HTS 8460.29.01 as an other grinding machine for metal finishing excluding gear-specific operations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina4.4%+35.0%39.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany4.4%+10.0%14.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan4.4%+10.0%14.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

8460.24.00Same rate: 39.4%

If numerically controlled

CNC versions of cylindrical grinders have separate numerical control provisions.

8458.11.00Same rate: 39.4%

If combined with horizontal lathe functions

Machine tools with both turning and grinding functions may classify under lathes.

8464.20.01Lower: 37% vs 39.4%

If primarily for gear grinding despite general description

Any gear finishing capability shifts classification to heading 8461 or 8464.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Provide detailed workholding specifications (chucks, centers) to confirm machine tool classification

โ€ข Document traverse and wheelhead configurations to distinguish from simpler grinders

โ€ข Watch for reclassification if machine includes significant turning capabilities