Hydraulic Press Brake Workholding Wedge System from Japan
Adjustable wedge system for clamping sheet metal in hydraulic press brakes (heading 8462). Classifies under HTS 8466.20.80.35 as specialized work holder for metal forming.
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
• Load capacity charts and material thickness ranges essential for documentation
• Prove integration with press brake crowning systems for accurate classification
• Avoid declaring as tooling when primarily function is workpiece holding