Cast-Iron Milling Machine Column Casting from China
A cast-iron column casting for vertical milling machines (heading 8461), cleaned and minimally machined solely for removal of sprues and to enable finishing machinery placement. It supports the spindle head and provides vertical rigidity. Falls under HTS 8466.93.15.60 for unfinished cast-iron parts of milling machines.
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
• Provide foundry inspection reports proving no precision machining beyond gate removal
• Label clearly as 'unfinished bed casting for HTS 8458 lathes' to aid customs review