Gear Grinding Machine Bed Casting from Japan
A heavy-duty cast iron bed casting designed specifically for gear grinding machines used in metalworking to ensure stability during high-precision gear tooth finishing operations. It falls under HTS 8466.93.53.40 as a bed casting for metalworking machine tools dedicated to grinding or finishing gears. This component provides the foundational support for the grinding wheelhead and workpiece table.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the casting is explicitly for gear grinding machines via manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification; ensure material certification for cast iron compliance with US standards; watch for anti-dumping duties on certain machine castings from Asia