Pneumatic Power Press

Pneumatic power presses use compressed air for rapid cycling in high-volume metal punching and blanking operations. Falls under HTS 8462.69.80 as other cold metalworking presses, excluding numerically controlled models.

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 equipped with CNC controls

Numerically controlled pneumatic presses have dedicated subheadings.

8412.39.00Lower: 35% vs 39.4%

If classified by pneumatic power source

Some pneumatic forming equipment falls under general pneumatic machinery.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 39.4%

If for semiconductor leadframe stamping

Precision stamping presses for semiconductor processing are NESOI.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify air pressure ratings and cycle times in import declarations

• Include safety interlock certifications required for press brakes

• Confirm non-CNC operation to maintain 'other' classification

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C-Frame Hydraulic Press

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.

Arbor Press

An arbor press is a manually operated cold metalworking press for precision tasks like broaching, riveting, and light punching of metal parts. Classified under HTS 8462.69.80 as other cold presses, it uses lever or ratchet mechanisms for controlled force application.

Toggle Press

Toggle presses employ mechanical leverage for high-force, short-stroke cold forming of metal components in assembly lines. This product is captured in HTS 8462.69.80 for other unspecified cold metalworking presses used in automotive and electronics manufacturing.

Shop Press

Shop presses are versatile hydraulic units for garage and small shop metalworking tasks including bearing installation and straightenin. HTS 8462.69.80 covers these as other cold presses for general metal fabrication.

H-Frame Hydraulic Press

H-frame presses provide stable four-post support for heavy-duty cold metal forming and assembly operations. Classified in HTS 8462.69.80 as other cold metalworking presses for industrial fabrication.

Four-Post Die Press

Four-post die presses accommodate large progressive dies for high-speed cold metal stamping of automotive and appliance panels. HTS 8462.69.80 includes these as other cold presses beyond basic configurations.