Miniature CNC Planer from China

A small CNC-controlled planing machine for precise surfacing of metal workpieces under 12 inches, ideal for prototyping. Falls under HTS 8461.90.60.20 due to its planing mechanism and value below $3,025. Primarily used by hobbyists and small-scale manufacturers for flat metal finishing.

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

Submit CNC software specifications and demonstrate planing motion to distinguish from CNC mills

Label clearly as 'planing machine' with value declaration to qualify for this low-value subheading

Check for dual-use restrictions if precision exceeds certain tolerances