Amada Miyachi LW150A Laser Welder from China
Desktop fiber laser welder for precision spot welding of battery tabs and medical device components using photon beam technology. Classified under HTS 8515.80.00 as other laser welding apparatus for micro-joining applications. Provides weld depths up to 2mm with 150W power output.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Class 4 laser safety certification and interlock documentation required
• Specify weld joint types (spot, seam) vs cutting capability
• Don't classify as 'laser marker' under 8443