Entry-Level Metal Shaper from China
Basic universal shaper for straight and angular surfaces on ferrous/non-ferrous metals, featuring manual quick-return mechanism. Classified HTS 8461.20.80.70 for low-value shaping machines. Perfect for vocational training and hobbyists.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.4%
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
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]
Import Tips
• Educational end-use letters help justify low-duty treatment and avoid commercial scrutiny
• Specify clapper box design confirming shaping function vs planer
• Confirm no numerical control to avoid 25% duties in 8461.20.40