Hollow Section Flattening Machine
Machine for flattening ends of square/rectangular metal hollow sections for welding joints. HTS 8462.59.00 covers such flattening operations on hollow sections excluding presses.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.4% | +37.5% | 41.9% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If hydraulic and numerically controlled
NC hydraulic flattening presses classify under 8462.21.
If for rolling hollow sections
Rolling mill equipment for sections falls under metal-rolling machines.
If imported as dividing heads or flattening accessories
Accessory flattening tools classify as machine tool parts.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify section sizes (e.g
• 2x2 inch) and flattening force in docs
• Differentiate from presses by absence of die sets in technical specs
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