Small Gear Hobbing Alternative Shaper from Japan
Low-cost gear shaper that serves as an economical alternative to hobbing for small batch gear production, cutting teeth profiles via shaping action. Falls in HTS 8461.20.80.70 for other shaping machines under value limit. Common in automotive repair shops.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify maximum gear diameter (e.g
• <6 inches) in commercial invoice to support small-scale classification
• Avoid bundling with hobs or index plates that could trigger gear cutting machine heading 8461.30
• Register for HTS binding ruling if importer questions shaping vs hobbing distinction