Lapmaster Wolters 36-inch Lapping-Polishing Machine from Mexico
This 36-inch lapping machine from Lapmaster Wolters processes large metal plates and automotive sealing surfaces using loose abrasives for flatness control within microns. Falls under HTS 8460.40.80 as lapping equipment for metal finishing. Used in manufacturing brake discs and clutch plates.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify platen diameter and abrasive slurry system in import documentation
• Large footprint machines (>24") may require special crating and heavy equipment handling permits
• Test surface finish specifications (Ra values) help distinguish lapping from general polishing