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Budget Wood Flattener Jointer from Japan

Entry-level jointer marketed as a wood flattener for surfacing rough lumber. HTS 8465.92.0042 due to value under $1,000 and woodworking planing specificity. Essential for converting rough sawn boards to usable stock.

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

• Invoice must specify 'jointer' not generic 'woodworking machine'

• Test for compliance with US safety standards pre-shipment