Cast-Iron Dividing Head Housing for Gear Grinders from Japan
Cast-iron housing for dividing heads on gear grinding machines, prepared only by cleaning castings and minimal machining for assembly alignment. Classified in HTS 8466.93.60.30 due to its principal use with gear-finishing grinders under headings 8456-8461, adhering to the unfinished cast-iron parts definition.
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
• Provide engineering drawings proving machining is limited to location purposes, avoiding 'advanced' processing pitfalls
• Label shipments clearly as 'unfinished cast-iron parts for gear grinding machines' to aid Customs review
• Conduct pre-shipment audits for sprue/risers removal compliance to match statistical note requirements