Gear Hobbing Cutter from Germany
A precision toothed tool used in gear hobbing machines to cut involute gear teeth on cylindrical workpieces. It falls under HTS 8466.93.75.00 as a specialized part for metalworking machine tools of heading 8458 dedicated to gear cutting. The cutter's design ensures accurate tooth profiles essential for gear manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify compatibility with specific hobbing machines in headings 8456-8461 via manufacturer specs to confirm classification
• Provide detailed technical drawings and end-use certification to avoid misclassification as general tooling
• Ensure ISO 9001 compliance for cutters; common pitfall is incorrect material composition declaration leading to duties