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Benchtop Dovetail Cutting Station

A portable benchtop station for milling dovetail joints in softwoods and hardwoods using fixed templates and a spindle cutter. Classified under HTS 8465.92.0026 for its role as a low-cost dovetailing machine for woodworking under $3,000. Ideal for cabinetmakers creating precise drawer joints.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+37.5%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8465.95.00Same rate: 40.5%

If configured for hard plastics or similar materials

Material-specific adaptation moves it to the subheading for planing/milling machines for hard plastics.

8465.10.00Lower: 39.9% vs 40.5%

If primarily a drilling machine with dovetail capability

Drilling functionality as principal operation classifies under sawing/drilling machines.

9403Lower: 12.5% vs 40.5%

If imported as assembled furniture part with integral jig

Integrated into wooden furniture components shifts to parts of furniture classification.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide photos and videos demonstrating operation to confirm it's a complete dovetailing machine, not a mere jig

• Label with fiber compatibility (wood only) to prevent reclassification to hard plastics machines

• Watch for undervaluation audits; use third-party appraisals for value documentation