Rebuilt Wire Straightening and Cutting Machine from China
A used machine that straightens coiled wire and cuts it to precise lengths without material removal, ideal for producing cut wire rods. Falls under HTS 8463.30.0040 due to its role in deforming and forming metal wire through mechanical means. Commonly used in hardware and automotive parts production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document the rebuild process with invoices for parts replaced; label clearly as 'used/rebuilt' to avoid new goods classification
• Check for calibration certificates on cutting mechanisms
• Pitfall: undervaluing based on used condition without appraisal