Hobbyist Bench Planer for Hardwood from Japan
Entry-level bench planer optimized for hardwoods like walnut and cherry, featuring quick-change knives and 10-inch capacity under $800 retail. Classified in HTS 8465.92.0034 for affordable woodworking planers.
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
• Include user manual proving wood-only optimization to defend classification
• Track CIF value closely; shipping can push over threshold