Rebuilt Bliss Hydraulic Flattening Press from Mexico
Refurbished Bliss 300-ton hydraulic press used for flattening and straightening cold metal plates in heavy fabrication. Falls under HTS 8462.61.80.30 for used/rebuilt 'other' hydraulic presses dedicated to cold metalworking processes. Common in shipbuilding and structural steel industries.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Declare exact rebuild date and rebuilder credentials to qualify for used machinery rates
• Ensure safety interlocks meet OSHA standards; include certification in import paperwork
• Watch for reclassification if press has forging capabilities, which shift to earlier headings