8459.70.80.80 - Other

This HTS category, 8459.70.80.80, encompasses "other" threading or tapping machines that do not fall under the specific exclusions or value-based distinctions of its sibling categories. These machines are designed for metalworking operations involving the creation or modification of internal or external threads, or the cutting of internal threads in pre-drilled holes (tapping). The scope includes machines that perform these functions but are not specifically rebuilt, used, or valued below $3,025 each, as designated by the preceding codes.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial. HTS 8459.70.80.40 specifically covers machines that are either used or have been rebuilt. Similarly, HTS 8459.70.80.60 is designated for machines that are "other" but have a specific monetary threshold, being valued under $3,025 each. Therefore, this category, 8459.70.80.80, is the residual classification for new, functional threading and tapping machines that do not meet the criteria of the aforementioned sibling categories, primarily those valued at $3,025 or more each.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification within this code signifies that the machine is a dedicated threading or tapping machine, not a general-purpose metalworking machine that may incorporate these functions incidentally, and it has not been classified under the more specific provisions for used/rebuilt equipment or lower-value items.