Miller Syncrowave 200 TIG Welder from Japan
A hand-held AC/DC TIG welding machine used for precision welding of stainless steel and aluminum in fabrication shops. It falls under HTS 8468.80.10.00 as hand-directed or hand-controlled machinery specifically for welding, distinct from automatic systems.
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
• Verify CE marking and OSHA compliance for safety standards in US imports
• Include detailed technical specs showing hand-control features to avoid Chapter 85 classification
• Ensure proper hazardous material declarations for welding consumables if bundled