Portable Section Bender from Japan
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.
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
• 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