Makita BO5030 Random Orbital Sander from Mexico
Corded electric random orbital sander with a 5-inch pad and 12,000 OPM for swirl-free sanding on furniture and cabinetry. Classified under HTS 8467.29.00.15 due to its self-contained electric motor and orbital action for hand-held finishing operations.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Ensure power cord meets NEMA standards and include spec sheet confirming orbital mechanism
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'grinder' which could shift to higher-duty categories
• Batch import with dust collection attachments to qualify for set pricing considerations