Portable Section Bender
Lightweight, portable bender for scrolling flat bars, squares, and small profiles, popular in HVAC ductwork fabrication. HTS 8462.22.0020 applies to these economical profile forming machines for flat products under $3,025.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.4% | +35.0% | 39.4% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for forming structural shapes from coils
Coil-fed profile formers for beams or channels use different subheadings from flat bar benders.
If multifunctional with cutting/shearing
Machines combining bending with punching or cutting may fall under unspecified metalworking equipment.
If for sawing integrated with bending
If primary function includes profile sawing before bending, it shifts to Chapter 84 saws.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare hydraulic vs mechanical operation clearly, as it affects machine tool classification
• Photograph assembly state on invoice; partially assembled units risk reclassification
• Check for anti-dumping duties on Asian-sourced bending machines via Commerce Dept. scopes
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