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Rectangular Hollow Section Puncher

Hydraulic puncher for holes in RHS sections for construction brackets. Excluding presses, classified HTS 8462.59.00 for punching hollow sections.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.4%+37.5%41.9%
🇲🇽Mexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇨🇦Canada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8462Same rate: 41.9%

If numerically controlled punching

NC punchers classify under 8462.41.

8431.49.90Higher: 50% vs 41.9%

If for forklift attachments

Parts-handling punchers shift to lifting machinery.

8466.94Lower: 17.2% vs 41.9%

If punch tooling only

Imported dies/tools classify as machine parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare punch tonnage under press thresholds

• Specify hollow section compatibility only

• Use photos showing non-press frame design