Markforged Metal X Industrial Metal 3D Printer from Japan
Markforged Metal X uses bound metal deposition (BMD), extruding metal powder bound in polymer filament layer-by-layer, followed by sintering. Though hybrid, its primary metal deposit mechanism qualifies it under HTS 8485.10.0100 for additive manufacturing by metal deposit.
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
• Detail post-processing sintering requirements to justify metalworking classification
• Provide filament composition analysis showing >90% metal content
• Avoid office equipment classification by emphasizing industrial tolerances