Cast-Iron CNC Lathe Bed Casting from Japan
This cast-iron bed casting is a foundational component for CNC lathes under heading 8458, machined only to remove fins, gates, sprues, and risers for location in finishing machinery. It provides the stable base for mounting the headstock, tailstock, and carriage. Classified under HTS 8466.93.15.60 as a bed casting for lathes not advanced beyond initial cleaning.
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 casting meets 'not advanced beyond cleaning' criteria via mill certificates to avoid reclassification to finished parts
• Include detailed machining specs in documentation to confirm only locational tolerances applied