Cast Iron Column Housing for Vertical Machining Center from China
A cast iron housing for the vertical column of machining centers (heading 8464), with surface cleaned and machined solely for gate/risers removal and assembly location. This structural part supports the spindle assembly in precision metalworking. It remains in rough form pending final machining.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Customs may require photos of casting defects machined off to validate minimal processing claim
• Use ISF filings with detailed part descriptions referencing heading 8464 compatibility
• Avoid classification errors by not applying surface coatings, which could advance the part beyond this subheading