C-Frame Mechanical Press from Germany
A C-frame mechanical press used for punching, blanking, and forming sheet metal parts in automotive and appliance manufacturing. Classified under HTS 8462.62.50.90 as a mechanical cold metalworking press not specifically enumerated elsewhere. It operates via eccentric crankshaft mechanisms for high-speed precision stamping.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify press tonnage and stroke length in documentation to confirm classification as 'other' mechanical press
• Include CE marking or safety certifications for EU-origin presses to avoid customs delays
• Declare exact bed size and speed capabilities to prevent misclassification as hydraulic presses under 8462.99