EOS M 290 Metal 3D Printer from Germany
The EOS M 290 is an industrial metal laser sintering machine that uses selective laser melting (SLM) to fuse metal powder layers by depositing and selectively melting metal powder with a laser. It falls under HTS 8485.10.0100 as it is a machine for additive manufacturing specifically by metal deposit, building complex metal parts layer by layer from digital designs.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify machine specifications confirm metal powder deposition and laser fusion to qualify under 8485.10.0100; provide technical datasheets
• Include CE marking or equivalent certifications for safety compliance in electronics-intensive additive systems
• Declare laser class and power accurately to avoid reclassification as optical equipment