Portable Keyway Slotter from China
Handheld/portable slotting tool attachment for milling machines that cuts precise keyways in shafts by metal removal. HTS 8461.20.80.70 covers such low-value slotting equipment. Used by field mechanics for shaft repairs.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.9%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Classify as machine tool only if self-powered; attachments for other machines may go to Chapter 84 parts
• Include vibration/safety data sheets required for portable metalworking import clearance
• Value broaching attachments separately to maintain under-threshold status