Lincoln Electric Power Wave S500 Advanced Welding Machine from Japan
The Lincoln Electric Power Wave S500 is an advanced multi-process inverter welder using electric arc technology for MIG, TIG, and stick welding. It falls under HTS 8515.80.00.80 as 'other' electric arc welding machines and apparatus not specified elsewhere in the heading. This machine is designed for industrial fabrication with precise waveform control.
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 machine specifications match 'other' category excluding resistance/ induction types; provide technical datasheets showing arc/plasma process
• Include CE marking or UL certification documentation; ensure proper hazardous material declarations for internal capacitors