8461.30.80 - Other

This HTS classification, 8461.30.80, covers "Other" broaching machines that are not numerically controlled. Broaching machines are a specific type of machine tool designed for removing material by using a toothed tool, known as a broach, that moves in a straight line. These machines are employed for creating complex internal or external shapes, such as keyways, splines, and gear teeth, with high precision and efficiency. This category is distinct from its sibling, 8461.30.40, which specifically covers numerically controlled broaching machines, implying that 8461.30.80 encompasses broaching machines that are operated manually or through simpler mechanical or electro-mechanical means, lacking advanced digital control systems.

The subdivisions within this category, 8461.30.80.20, 8461.30.80.40, and 8461.30.80.80, serve to further refine the classification based on the condition and economic value of the broaching machines. The distinction between "Used or rebuilt" and the "Other" categories highlights the importance of the machine's operational status. Furthermore, the differentiation based on value (under $3,025) within the "Other" subcategories suggests a method for classifying these non-numerically controlled machines based on their market price, likely to facilitate statistical tracking or customs procedures for lower-value equipment.