High-Speed Gear Hobber for Mass Production from Japan
High-speed gear hobber with rapid traverse and automatic tool changing for mass production of small precision gears. HTS 8461.40.10.30 classification as gear hobber optimized for high-volume metal removal gear cutting. Ideal for consumer electronics and appliance 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
• Specify production rate (gears/hour) and automation features in entry docs
• Include power rating and spindle RPM for proper duty assessment
• Avoid declaring as 'multi-purpose' to prevent 8461.90 general classification