CNC Hobbing Machine for Spur Gears from China
A computer numerical control hobbing machine designed to cut spur gears by progressively generating teeth using a rotating hob cutter. It falls under HTS 8461.40.1060 as a gear cutting machine specifically for producing precise cylindrical gears by removing metal. This equipment is essential in automotive and industrial gear manufacturing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.3%
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 'gear cutting' definition; include technical datasheets proving hob cutter mechanism for customs
• Ensure CE marking or equivalent for safety compliance; prepare noise and emission test reports to avoid delays