8466.93.60.30/Cast-Iron Gear Hobbing Machine Base/Japan

Cast-Iron Gear Hobbing Machine Base from Japan

A cast-iron base component for gear hobbing machines used in cutting precision gears, machined only to remove casting imperfections and allow positioning in finishing equipment. It falls under HTS 8466.93.60.30 as a cast-iron part specifically for metalworking machine tools for cutting gears, meeting the criteria of not advanced beyond cleaning and basic machining.

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

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Import Tips

• Verify casting process documentation to confirm parts are not advanced beyond cleaning and fin removal, as further machining shifts to other subheadings

• Include machine compatibility certificates showing sole use with gear-cutting tools under 8456-8461 to justify this specific classification

• Inspect for any additional features like pre-drilled holes beyond location purposes, which could reclassify as finished parts