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Pneumatic Metal Punching Press from Japan

Pneumatic press for punching holes and shapes in sheet metal sheets during cold forming processes. Classified in HTS 8462.69.8060 as an other cold metalworking press for precision punching in electronics and appliance manufacturing.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label clearly as 'cold punching press' with stroke rate specs to distinguish from shearing machines

• Include noise and safety certifications; watch for undervaluation pitfalls in pneumatic component pricing

• Confirm not for semiconductor wafers to avoid Chapter 84 statistical notes overlap