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Industrial CO2 Laser Cutting Machine

A high-powered CO2 gas laser system used for precision cutting of metals, plastics, and wood in manufacturing. Classified under HTS 9013.20.00.00 as a laser (other than laser diode) designed for industrial material processing, not excluded as machine parts under chapter notes. It generates a focused beam for non-medical, non-surveying applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8456.11Lower: 12.4% vs 35%

If integrated into a complete metalworking machine tool

Fully assembled laser-equipped machine tools for material removal fall under heading 8456, per Section XVI notes.

8479.89.65Lower: 20.3% vs 35%

If for industrial machinery not specifically optical

If principally a machine with incidental laser function, classified by principal use under 8479.

9013.90.70Same rate: 35%

If only laser parts or accessories, not complete appliance

Parts suitable solely for lasers go to 9013.90 under chapter part rules.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify laser classification excludes laser diodes; provide technical specs confirming gas or solid-state laser medium

Include FDA exemption documentation if non-medical; ensure CE marking for safety compliance

Declare power output accurately to avoid reclassification as machine tools under Chapter 84

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