Cast-Iron Gear Hobbing Machine Bed Casting from Japan
A cast-iron bed casting for gear hobbing machines used in cutting precise gear teeth on metal workpieces. It is machined only to remove casting imperfections and permit location in finishing machinery, qualifying under HTS 8466.93.15.30 as a bed casting specifically for metalworking machine tools for cutting gears.
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
• Verify the casting is solely for gear cutting machines and not further machined beyond cleaning; provide manufacturer specs confirming use with HTS 8456-8461 machines
• Include certificates of origin to avoid misclassification as finished parts