8465.92.00.26 - Valued under $3,000 each

This classification, HTS Code 8465.92.00.26, specifically identifies woodworking machines valued under $3,000 each that perform planing, milling, or molding operations through cutting, and are designed for dovetailing. These machines are utilized in the woodworking industry to create precise interlocking joints, essential for furniture construction, cabinetry, and other fine woodworking applications. The defining characteristic of this subcategory is its focus on machines specifically engineered for dovetail joint creation.

The distinction between this subcategory and its sibling, 8465.92.00.29 (Other), lies in the specific functionality. While both fall under woodworking machines that mill or mold by cutting, 8465.92.00.26 is exclusively for dovetailing machines. The "Other" category would encompass a broader range of woodworking milling or molding machines that do not specifically perform the dovetailing operation, such as general-purpose routers or shapers not dedicated to this joint type.

As a leaf node within the HTS, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under 8465.92.00.26 is determined by the machine's primary function (dovetailing), its mode of operation (cutting for planing, milling, or molding), its application (woodworking), and its declared value falling under the specified threshold. Users should ensure that the machine's intended use and technical specifications align precisely with the definition of a dovetailing machine to correctly apply this classification.