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Precision Ball Screw for CNC Machines from Japan

A high-precision ball screw assembly consisting of a threaded shaft and recirculating ball nut, designed for linear motion in CNC machining centers. It converts rotary motion to linear motion with minimal friction, classified under HTS 8483.40.80.00 as a ball screw used in industrial transmission systems.

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

• Verify ISO 9001 certification and dimensional tolerances to ensure classification as precision ball screws

• Include detailed engineering specs in commercial invoice to avoid misclassification as plain bearings

• Check for anti-backlash features; report exact lead pitch to comply with statistical reporting