Knuckle Joint Mechanical Press from Japan
Knuckle joint mechanical presses deliver high force at bottom dead center for coining and extrusion operations on hard metals. HTS 8462.62.50 covers these specialized mechanical cold presses. Used for electrical contact and bearing race production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Highlight knuckle joint mechanism in assembly drawings to distinguish from slider crank types
• Specify peak tonnage at BDC position for accurate capacity declaration
• Comply with vibration isolation standards (ISO 8528) for foundation requirements