Hydraulic Metal Shearing Press from Japan
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.
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
• 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