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Rebuilt Giddings & Lewis Planer from Japan

A refurbished Giddings & Lewis open-side planer for precision planing of large metal workpieces up to 10 tons. Classified under HTS 8461.90.60.10 due to its reciprocating table and single-point or gang cutters for metal removal in planing operations. Commonly used in shipbuilding and heavy machinery fabrication.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Obtain rebuild invoices from certified shops showing value added during refurbishment to support declared customs value

• Ensure electrical components meet UL or equivalent standards for U.S. import; label voltage/frequency conversions

• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden crating for overseas shipping to prevent quarantine issues