Mechanical Transfer Press Slide Assembly from Japan
The slide (ram) assembly of mechanical transfer presses, a fabricated steel component under HTS 8466.94.65.40 that delivers forming force to the workpiece. Essential for the reciprocating motion in high-speed transfer press lines of heading 8462.
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 CAD drawings showing slide stroke tolerances specific to mechanical transfer presses
• Label precisely as 'slide for mechanical transfer press' to distinguish from servo-electric variants
• Avoid misdeclaration as tool holders (8466.10), which have separate provisions