Dynabrade 52251 Air Rotary Grinder from Japan
Heavy-duty pneumatic straight grinder with variable speed for metal surface preparation and weld blending. Falls under HTS 8467.11.10.80 due to its hand-held rotary design for metalworking, powered solely by air.
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
Import Tips
• Document free speed (max RPM unloaded) to prove rotary function and avoid drill misclassification
• Require supplier affidavits on metalworking suitability; pitfalls include vague 'industrial tool' descriptions
• Test for air leakage compliance pre-shipment to prevent return shipments