Tabletop Flat Metal Shearing Press
Bench-mounted shear press for small-scale cutting of galvanized steel flats, popular in fabrication garages. Valued under $3,025, it fits HTS 8462.39.0020 for other shearing machines excluding presses elsewhere specified.
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 manual operation without motor
Hand-operated base metal shears are tools, not powered machines.
If valued over $3,025
Same machine type but higher value moves to general 'other' subheading.
If hydraulic but not metal-specific
General hydraulic lifts/other machinery if not dedicated to metalworking.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify based on primary function; shearing trumps any minor pressing
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