Benchtop Wood Jointer

A compact benchtop jointer designed for woodworking, featuring a 6-inch cutting width and helical cutterhead for flattening and squaring wood boards. It falls under HTS 8465.92.0042 as a planing machine for woodworking, specifically a jointer valued under $1,000 each. Ideal for hobbyists and small shops to create smooth, flat surfaces on lumber.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+35.0%38%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

8465.92.00Same rate: 38%

If valued over $1,000 each

Higher-value jointers shift to the next statistical suffix in the same heading for woodworking jointers.

8465.95.00Same rate: 38%

If equipped with automatic tool changer for milling functions

Machines combining planing and advanced milling may classify under 'other' woodworking machines rather than pure jointers.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 38%

If imported as a multi-material machine for hard plastics and wood

Versatile machines working multiple hard materials beyond primary wood use fall into Chapter 84 miscellaneous machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the machine's value is documented under $1,000 per unit with commercial invoice to qualify for this subheading

Ensure woodworking-specific labeling and avoid claims of industrial capacity to prevent reclassification

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