New Hampshire Plasma Cutters Get Import Tax Perks in FTZ
Published Date: 3/26/2026
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Summary
Hypertherm Inc. wants to start making plasma cutting parts at its New Hampshire factories using special foreign materials with lower import taxes. This change could save the company money on duties and speed up production. People have until May 5, 2026, to share their thoughts before the plan moves forward.
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FTZ use could lower import duties
If your business operates in Hanover or Lebanon, New Hampshire, Hypertherm filed to use Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) procedures to make plasma cutting parts and kits at its Subzone 81H facilities. The proposed finished products have duty rates ranging from 2.7% to 4.7%, and the listed foreign components (tellurium copper rods, oxygen-free high thermal conductivity rods, precision cut hafnium) have duty rates ranging from 1.6% to 4.0%; some materials may be subject to Section 122, Section 232, or Section 301 and must be admitted in privileged foreign (PF) status under 19 CFR 146.41. Public comments on the proposal are due by May 5, 2026.
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