Horizontal Wood Boring Machine HBM-1200 from Japan
The Horizontal Wood Boring Machine HBM-1200 drills horizontal holes in wood doors and panels for hardware installation like hinges and locks. It fits HTS 8465.95.0060 as an other drilling machine tailored for woodworking tasks in door manufacturing. This classification distinguishes it from metalworking or general-purpose drills.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide video demos or photos proving wood boring function; ensure voltage compliance for US import
• Pitfall: incorrect declaration as 'universal boring' triggers higher scrutiny and duties