9031.90.91.30 - Of machines for balancing mechanical parts 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 40% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS subcategory, 9031.90.91.30, specifically covers parts and accessories designed for machines used in the balancing of mechanical parts. This encompasses components and attachments intended to facilitate or enhance the process of identifying and correcting imbalances in rotating machinery. Examples might include specialized sensors, calibration weights, drive mechanisms, or control elements integral to balancing equipment.
When classifying within the broader category of "Other" parts and accessories for measuring or checking instruments, it is crucial to differentiate this subcategory. Unlike parts for test benches (9031.90.91.60), which are designed for the comprehensive testing of various machine functionalities, or other miscellaneous parts (9031.90.91.95), this classification is narrowly focused on the singular purpose of mechanical part balancing. The defining characteristic is the direct application to the detection and correction of rotational imbalances.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification under 9031.90.91.30 relies on the explicit design and intended use of the part or accessory. If a component's primary function is to be incorporated into or used with a machine specifically for balancing mechanical components, it falls within this classification. Conversely, general-purpose components or those used in broader testing or measurement applications would be classified elsewhere.