Hydraulic Metal Shearing Press

Hydraulic guillotine-style press for shearing cold metal plates to length. Classified HTS 8462.69.8060 for other cold-working presses in shipbuilding and structural steel fabrication.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.4%+35.0%39.4%
🇲🇽Mexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇨🇦Canada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇩🇪Germany4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇯🇵Japan4.4%+10.0%14.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8462Same rate: 39.4%

If for sawing/shearing with numeric control

NC shearing saws move to 8462.31, differentiated by automation level.

8466.94.85Higher: 39.7% vs 39.4%

If imported as replacement shear tooling

Blades and dies alone are parts under 8466, avoiding full press duties.

8421.99.01Lower: 35% vs 39.4%

If valve-focused hydraulic parts press

Primarily hydraulic components classify under 8421 valves, not complete tools.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Distinguish from slitting lines by confirming straight shear action, not rotary

Include blade material certs; pitfall is missing hydraulic leak test reports

End-use statement prevents consumer goods reclassification