Portable Abrasive Cut-Off Saw from Japan
Handheld saw using abrasive discs to cut metal pipes and rebar on construction sites. Classified in HTS 8461.50.8020 for cut-off machines working by metal removal, low unit value. Common in field maintenance.
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
• Provide motor specs and cutting capacity in commercial invoice to support sawing machine classification
• Watch for misdeclaration as power tools under 8467, which excludes dedicated cut-off machines
• Bundle with safety guards documented separately to prevent set classification issues