Gear Shaping Machine Type 5E662 from China
A mechanical gear shaping machine model 5E662 that uses a reciprocating cutter to shape internal and external gear teeth by removing metal shavings. Classified under HTS 8461.40.1060 as 'other gear cutting machines' distinct from hobbing or milling types. Commonly used for medium to large batch production of spur and helical gears.
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
• Provide detailed blueprint of reciprocating cutter mechanism to distinguish from broaching equipment
• Include user manual excerpts specifying gear tooth generation process for tariff verification