Link Drive Mechanical Press from China
Link drive mechanical presses employ auxiliary linkages for precise slide motion control, reducing deflection in deep drawing operations on steel. Classified HTS 8462.62.50 as other mechanical presses for cold metalworking. Used for automotive body panel production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Provide engineering drawings showing linkage mechanism to confirm mechanical classification
• Ensure hydraulic counterbalance systems are documented separately from main mechanical drive
• Watch for reclassification if press includes automated material feeders (may affect heading)