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Portable Press Brake Kit from Japan

Lightweight portable press brake for on-site bending of aluminum sheets up to 3mm, valued at $2,100. Under HTS 8462.29.00.20 for other bending machines for flat products under $3,025. Popular for construction site modifications.

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

• Specify portability features and weight (<150kg) to justify low-value classification

• Provide photos showing manual operation to avoid NC reclassification

• Include assembly instructions if shipped unassembled for potential parts treatment