Benchtop Wood Planer 12-Inch from China
A compact benchtop planer designed for woodworking enthusiasts, featuring a 12-inch cutting width and segmented infeed roller for smooth operation on hardwoods and softwoods. It falls under HTS 8465.92.0034 as a planing machine for working wood, valued under $1,000 each. Ideal for flattening boards in small workshops.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
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
• Verify machine value with invoice and appraisal to confirm under $1,000 threshold; exceedance shifts to higher subheading
• Include detailed technical specs and end-use certification proving woodworking application to prevent misclassification
• Ensure CE marking or equivalent for safety; common pitfall is missing voltage/frequency documentation for US customs