Portable Nibbling Machine for Aluminum Sheets from China
Portable electric nibbling machine for high-speed contour cutting and nibbling on flat aluminum and mild steel sheets. HTS 8462.49.00.20 applies as a nibbling machine for flat products, NC-capable, unit value under $3,025. Used in signage and enclosure fabrication.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify nibble stroke rate and max material thickness (e.g
• 2mm aluminum) to confirm flat product use
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as handheld tools—provide fixed base evidence
• Export country origin rules may affect duty; check for free trade agreement eligibility