8458.19.00 - Other

HTS code 8458.19.00 encompasses horizontal lathes for removing metal that are not numerically controlled. These machines are designed for turning, facing, threading, and other metal removal operations, characterized by a workpiece that rotates against a stationary cutting tool, with the tool carriage moving parallel to the workpiece axis. This category specifically excludes horizontal lathes that feature numerical control systems, which are classified under 8458.11.00.

This classification is for horizontal lathes that operate on manual or digital display (DRO) systems, rather than fully automated numerical control. The distinction lies in the level of automation and the method of controlling tool movement and workpiece positioning. While both siblings are horizontal lathes, 8458.19.00 covers those where the operator directly sets or manually adjusts cutting parameters and tool paths.

Within this category, subcategories further refine the classification based on specific characteristics. The distinction between "Used or rebuilt" (8458.19.00.10) and other horizontal lathes (8458.19.00.20 and subsequent subdivisions) is crucial for determining applicable duties and potential import restrictions. The breakdown by value for "Other, valued under $3,025 each" also serves to differentiate less sophisticated or smaller-scale machinery from higher-value, more complex horizontal lathes that do not fall under numerical control.