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Narrow Strip Steel Slitter from Japan

Compact slitting machine producing narrow steel strips (under 12 inches) for tubing and profile applications. HTS 8462.32.5050 for specialized flat metal slitting lines. High-volume production focused.

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 minimum slit width capabilities in technical data

• Document strip quality control features

• Distinguish from semiconductor wafer slicing equipment explicitly