Benchtop Metal Planer from China
A compact planing machine tool designed for smoothing and leveling flat metal surfaces by removing material with a reciprocating cutter. Classified under HTS 8461.90.60.20 as a planing machine valued under $3,025 each, used in small workshops for precision metalworking. It works by removing metal through linear motion of the cutting tool.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]
Import Tips
• Verify machine value with invoice and appraisal to confirm under $3,025 threshold for this subheading
• Provide detailed technical specs showing planing function (reciprocating cutter) to avoid misclassification as milling (8462)
• Include CE marking or safety certifications for machinery import compliance