IPG YLS-3000 Fiber Laser Welder from Japan
3kW fiber laser welding head for automotive body-in-white assembly and heavy section welding using solid-state photon beam technology. Classified HTS 8515.80.00 as other laser welding apparatus with beam delivery optics. Provides keyhole welding up to 8mm penetration.
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
• Class 4 laser safety interlock certification mandatory
• Specify beam quality (M²) and wavelength (1070nm)
• Laser source vs delivery head packaging affects parts classification