Cast-Iron Workholder Frame for Gear Finishing Shapers from Japan
A robust cast-iron frame for workholders in gear shaping machines for finishing operations, with only gates, fins, and risers removed plus location machining. It qualifies for HTS 8466.93.60.30 as an unfinished part dedicated to metalworking tools for gear finishing.
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
• Attach foundry certificates detailing cleaning processes to prove no finishing beyond permitted levels
• Pair with end-user declarations linking to specific gear machine models in 8458-8461 range
• Avoid common error of excessive surface machining, which triggers reclassification to higher-duty codes