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 CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.4%+35.0%39.4%
🇲🇽Mexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇨🇦Canada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇩🇪Germany4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇯🇵Japan4.4%+10.0%14.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8462Same rate: 39.4%

If hydraulic and numerically controlled

NC hydraulic flattening presses classify under 8462.21.

8455.90.80Lower: 35% vs 39.4%

If for rolling hollow sections

Rolling mill equipment for sections falls under metal-rolling machines.

8466.30Lower: 18% vs 39.4%

If imported as dividing heads or flattening accessories

Accessory flattening tools classify as machine tool parts.

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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