8515.39.00.20/AC Transformer Arc Welder 140 Amp/Japan

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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