Surface Lapping Machine for Cermets

Precision lapping equipment using loose abrasives to achieve flat, mirror-like finishes on cermet components for industrial applications. It qualifies under HTS 8460.90.80 as a machine tool for lapping/polishing cermets with polishing products.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8460.90.40Same rate: 39.4%

If specifically for sharpening hand tools

Hand tool sharpeners have a distinct subheading, separating from general metal finishing machines.

9017.20.70Lower: 35% vs 39.4%

If for optical element polishing, not metal/cermets

Polishing machines for lenses or optical components classify in Chapter 90.

8479.50.00Lower: 37.5% vs 39.4%

If used in semiconductor wafer lapping processes

Equipment for semiconductor material processing follows Chapter 84 statistical provisions for wafers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include material compatibility certificates proving cermet/metal processing to distinguish from optical polishing equipment

โ€ข Declare exact abrasive types (stones vs. products) in entry summary for accurate duty assessment

โ€ข Ensure no semiconductor-specific features, as those redirect to Chapter 84 statistical notes