AC Transformer Arc Welder 140 Amp from Japan
A portable AC transformer type arc welder rated at 140 amps, designed for stick welding mild steel and other metals using AC output. It falls under HTS 8515.39.0020 as a non-rotating AC transformer type machine for arc welding of metals, excluding inverter or engine-driven models. Ideal for DIY and light professional use in garages and workshops.
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 CE or UL certification for electrical safety compliance; ensure voltage matches US standards (110/220V); declare exact amperage and transformer type to avoid reclassification as inverter type