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HS Code Classification for "WIG" (Tungsten Inert Gas Welding)

Based on the provided reference data, "WIG" (Tungsten Inert Gas Welding), which falls under the category of arc welding machines, can be classified into the following HS codes. It's crucial to determine the specific characteristics of the WIG machine to select the most accurate code.

• 8515310000: Fully or partly automatic arc welding machines.

  • 85: Electrical machinery and equipment, their parts; sound recording or reproducing apparatus, television-image multiplier tubes. This broad category covers electrical machines.
  • 15: Welding, soldering, brazing or cutting machines, their parts. Specifically focuses on machines for joining metals.
  • 31: Machines and apparatus for arc (including plasma arc) welding of metals: Fully or partly automatic. This sub-category applies to WIG machines that operate with a degree of automation – meaning they don't require constant manual control throughout the entire welding process. Example: Machines with programmed welding paths or automatic wire feeders.
  • Total Tax Rate: 56.6% (Basic Duty 1.6% + Additional Duty 25.0% + Additional Duty 30.0% after 2025.4.2)

• 8515390020: Other Non-rotating type: AC transformer type arc welding machines.

  • 85: Electrical machinery and equipment, their parts; sound recording or reproducing apparatus, television-image multiplier tubes.
  • 15: Welding, soldering, brazing or cutting machines, their parts.
  • 39: Machines and apparatus for arc (including plasma arc) welding of metals: Other Non-rotating type. This applies to WIG machines that are not fully automatic and operate using a non-rotating mechanism, specifically AC transformer type. Example: Standard WIG machines requiring constant manual control and utilizing AC transformer technology.
  • Total Tax Rate: 56.6% (Basic Duty 1.6% + Additional Duty 25.0% + Additional Duty 30.0% after 2025.4.2)

Important Considerations & Recommendations:

• Degree of Automation: The key differentiator between 8515310000 and 8515390020 is the level of automation. Carefully assess the machine's capabilities.
• Machine Type: Confirm whether the machine is AC transformer type.
• Material & Value: Please verify the material composition and declared value of the WIG machine.
• Certification: Depending on the intended use and destination country, specific certifications (e.g., CE marking, safety standards) may be required. Confirm these requirements before import.
• Detailed Specification: Providing a detailed specification sheet of the WIG machine will help ensure accurate classification.