Portable Sheet Metal Nibbling Machine from Japan
A lightweight nibbler for punching and shearing intricate shapes from thin flat metal sheets, used in automotive repair. Falls under HTS 8462.39.0020 as other low-value machines for nibbling flat products (excluding combined punch/shear). Electric-powered for portability.
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
• Differentiate from punch presses in binding ruling requests if borderline
• Document maximum sheet thickness to confirm 'flat products' scope
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing by including all accessories in total value