Rifling Broaching Machine from Japan
Produces firearm barrel rifling through button or cut broaching methods removing metal grooves. Falls under HTS 8461.30.80 as other broaching machines. Specialized for small arms manufacturing.
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
• Comply with ITAR/ATF regulations beyond tariff classification
• Provide rifling twist rate specs
• Pitfall: dual-use classification scrutiny