Used Wire Drawing Machine from Japan
A rebuilt machine that pulls metal wire through a series of dies to reduce its diameter, used in manufacturing thin wires for cables and springs. Classified under HTS 8463.30.0040 as a used or rebuilt machine tool for working metal wire without removing material by mechanical deformation. Essential in metalworking industries for producing uniform wire gauges.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify rebuild certification and original manufacture date for used status; obtain detailed service records to prove refurbishment complies with customs valuation rules
• Inspect for wear on dies and ensure safety certifications match importing country standards
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as new if rebuild appears too pristine