Cradle Casting for Gear Grinding Headstock from Japan
Ductile iron cradle casting that supports the rotating headstock holding workpieces in gear grinding machines for precise finishing of helical gears. Classified in HTS 8466.93.53.40 for cradle castings of gear-specific metalworking grinders. It enables controlled indexing and rotation during multi-axis grinding.
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
• Provide CAD models proving cradle-gear machine exclusivity; ensure non-destructive testing reports; common issue is undervaluation on heavy castings