C-Frame Hydraulic Press from Germany
A C-frame hydraulic press is a cold metalworking machine used for punching, forming, and assembling metal sheets in manufacturing operations. It falls under HTS 8462.69.80 as an other cold metalworking press not specified elsewhere, designed for precision metal deformation without heating.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify press tonnage and stroke length in technical specs for accurate HTS classification under cold working presses
• Include detailed engineering drawings and CE marking documentation to meet safety standards
• Avoid misclassification as hot presses by confirming ambient temperature operation