Polycarbonate Drilling Machine from Japan
Automated drilling station for precision holes in polycarbonate sheets, a hard plastic used in protective gear. Falls under HTS 8465.99.0250 as other machine tools for similar hard materials. Includes multi-axis control for complex patterns.
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
• Document dust collection features, as hard plastic machining generates fine particulates requiring OSHA compliance
• Use ISF filings early for large equipment to prevent port delays