Cast Iron Machine Bed for CNC Lathes
This heavy-duty cast iron bed serves as the foundational base for CNC lathes under heading 8462, providing stability and precision during machining operations. It is machined only to remove casting imperfections and fins, not advanced further, qualifying it under HTS 8466.94.20.00 as a bed casting for lathe machines. Essential for aligning the headstock, tailstock, and carriage in high-precision turning.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not specifically designed for 8462/8463 machines
General cast iron castings for other uses fall under Chapter 73 as non-specific iron products, losing machine-specific duty benefits.
If advanced machining beyond cleaning or for machines outside 8456-8465
Parts machined beyond basic cleaning or for non-heading machines classify as generic machinery parts in 8485.
If used in semiconductor wafer processing machines
Parts for semiconductor manufacturing equipment under statistical notes classify in Chapter 84's semiconductor provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the part is solely for heading 8462/8463 machines via manufacturer specs to avoid misclassification as general castings in 7325
• Include detailed engineering drawings showing minimal machining (only fin removal) to confirm eligibility for this low-duty subheading
• Check for steel content; if over 2% carbon, it remains cast iron, but alloy additions may shift to 8485 for generic machine parts
Related Products under HTS 8466.94.20.00
Lathe Carriage Slide Casting
Cast iron slide casting for lathe compound rest carriage (8462), guiding tool movement. Minimal machining for alignment, qualifying HTS 8466.94.20.00 slide castings. Provides smooth, precise feeds.
Cast Iron Base Casting for Drilling Machines
A robust cast iron base casting for drilling machines of heading 8463, designed to anchor the machine and absorb vibrations during drilling operations. Processed only by cleaning and basic machining to remove gates and sprues for finishing machine location. Meets HTS 8466.94.20.00 criteria as a base fabrication exclusively for drill presses.
Lathe Headstock Casting
Precision cast iron headstock casting for engine lathes (heading 8462), housing the spindle and providing rotational support. Limited to casting cleanup and location machining, aligning with HTS 8466.94.20.00 for headstock castings not advanced beyond basic preparation. Critical for maintaining alignment in turning operations.
Cast Iron Tailstock Casting for Lathes
Cast iron tailstock body casting for supporting long workpieces in lathes under heading 8462. Machined solely for gate removal and assembly location, qualifying under HTS 8466.94.20.00 as a tailstock casting. Provides adjustable live center support during cylindrical turning.
Drill Press Column Casting
Tall cast iron column casting forming the vertical support in benchtop drill presses (heading 8463). Basic machining only for sprue removal and base mounting, per HTS 8466.94.20.00 column casting requirements. Ensures rigidity for accurate drilling depths.
Cast Iron Cradle Frame for Machining Centers
Cast iron cradle frame casting supporting rotary tables in horizontal machining centers (8463). Cleaned and minimally machined for location only, fitting HTS 8466.94.20.00 as a cradle fabrication. Enables multi-axis workpiece positioning.