Hobbing Machine Tailstock Center from Japan
A live center tailstock assembly that supports the opposite end of gear blanks during hobbing to prevent deflection and ensure concentricity. It rotates with the workpiece and is calibrated for high-precision gear cutting. Falls under HTS 8466.20.10.90 as a specialized work holder for gear hobbing machines.
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 machine compatibility certificates linking to specific hobbing models in HTS 8461
• Document RPM ratings and center geometry proving design for rotating gear blanks