Cermet Profile Drawbench from Japan
Specialized drawbench for cermet profiles used in cutting tool blanks and wear-resistant parts. Handles ceramic-metal composites without material removal via specialized dies. HTS 8463.10.0080 explicitly includes cermets alongside metals.
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
• Cermet composition analysis required to leverage dual material classification
• Tooling industry end-use may qualify for manufacturing drawback