Grinding Machine Wheelhead Casting from Japan
Cast iron wheelhead housing for surface grinding machines of heading 8460, holding the grinding spindle and wheel. HTS 8466.93.53.85 covers this as a wheelhead casting for 8456-8461 machines. Provides vibration damping critical for surface finish quality.
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
• Document compatibility with heading 8460 grinders only; include vibration specs
• Avoid classifying as 'hand tool parts' (8466.10); use invoices specifying 'machine-specific'
• Test for porosity compliance