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Wire Twisting Machine from Japan

Equipment that intertwines multiple wire strands into cables or ropes via rotational twisting without shaving material. Falls under HTS 8463.30.00 as a metal wire working machine tool.

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

• Specify twist direction and speed capabilities in specs to confirm non-removal classification

• Provide evidence of metal wire compatibility, not plastic, to avoid Chapter 39 polymer machinery