Rockwell Hardness Tester from Japan
A benchtop machine that measures the hardness of metals using a diamond or steel ball indenter under specific loads, producing Rockwell scale readings. It falls under HTS 9024.10.00.00 as a dedicated appliance for testing the hardness mechanical property of metals. Commonly used in quality control for steel and alloy components.
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 calibration certificates meet NIST standards for customs validation; ensure machine includes CE marking if from EU for safety compliance; avoid misclassification as general lab equipment by specifying metal testing in documentation