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Used Schuler Hydraulic-Mechanical Press

A used servo-mechanical press rebuilt for deep drawing and blanking of sheet metal up to 5mm thick. HTS 8462.62.50.30 applies as it's a mechanical cold metalworking press, not hydraulic-dominant. Commonly used in automotive part production.

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 hydraulic drive predominates

Pure hydraulic presses classify under 8462.91, separate from mechanical.

8480.60.00Lower: 20% vs 41.9%

If molds and dies imported with the press

Pressing molds/dies are classified separately under 8480, not with the machine.

8479.10.00Lower: 37.5% vs 41.9%

If dedicated to semiconductor wafer processing

Specialized semiconductor processing machines have dedicated provisions.

Not sure which classification is right?

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

• Provide operational manuals and serial number history to confirm mechanical drive classification

• Ensure electrical components meet import voltage standards to avoid customs holds

• Avoid misdeclaring as new if cosmetic refurbishments don't qualify as 'rebuilt'

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