Manual Gear Shaping Machine
A compact manual machine tool designed for shaping spur and helical gears by progressively removing metal from a blank workpiece using a rotating cutter. It falls under HTS 8461.20.80.70 as a shaping machine valued under $3,025 each, working by removing metal. Primarily used in small workshops for low-volume gear production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If numerically controlled (CNC)
CNC shaping machines are classified separately in 8461.40 for automatic control, regardless of value.
If configured for gear finishing rather than shaping
Gear finishing operations like skiving or shaving fall under 8462.29, distinguishing from initial shaping.
If specialized for semiconductor wafer grinding
Wafer grinders for semiconductor boule preparation are directed to Chapter 84 statistical notes for semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify machine value with invoice and appraisal to confirm eligibility under the $3,025 threshold; exceeding it shifts to higher subheading
• Include detailed technical specs and end-use certification to avoid misclassification as numerical control machinery in 8461.20.40
• Ensure CE marking or equivalent safety certifications for metalworking tools to pass FDA/USDA import inspections if applicable
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