Horizontal Broaching Machine from China
A horizontal broaching machine uses a toothed tool pulled through a workpiece to create precise internal shapes like keyways or splines by removing metal. It falls under HTS 8461.30.80 as a broaching machine not specified elsewhere for metalworking. Commonly used in automotive and aerospace for high-volume production.
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
• Verify machine specifications match 'broaching' function to avoid misclassification as general machining centers
• Provide detailed technical drawings and end-use certificates
• Common pitfall: failing to declare cermet compatibility