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Ultrasonic Metal Seam Welder from Germany

Friction-based welder that joins thin metal sheets using ultrasonic vibration without filler material or removal. HTS 8463.90.0080 includes advanced solid-state metalworking.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify vibration frequency (typically 20-40kHz) for technical specs

• Include weld strength test data meeting AWS standards

• Distinguish from resistance welders in 8515 to avoid misclassification