Small Contour Shaping Machine from China
Machine for shaping complex contours on small metal parts using form tools and metal removal principle. Low value qualifies for HTS 8461.20.80.70 as other shaper. Used in jewelry and instrument making.
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
• Form tool sample images confirm contour capability vs plain shapers
• Precision (±0.001") specs support instrument classification if questioned
• Avoid diamond tooling that suggests Chapter 84 cermet working