New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Centerless Grinding Machine for Hypodermic Needles from Japan

Through-feed centerless grinder that finishes stainless steel hypodermic needle blanks to surgical tolerances using vitrified abrasives. Ensures burr-free cannula surfaces. Under 8460.90.80.80 as other grinding machines for metal.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide FDA-equivalent certifications and roundness specs for medical device machinery clearance

• Declare abrasive wheel CBN/diamond grades for correct classification

• Avoid in-process inspection claims that could shift to Chapter 90 testing equipment