Precision Plastic Cap Injection Mold
A multi-cavity injection mold used to manufacture screw caps and closures from polypropylene or HDPE plastics. This mold is classified under tariff item 8480.50.00 as a mould for glass, reflecting the heading's inclusion of moulds for various materials, though the item description specifically mentions glass.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mold is for plastics and injection-type
8480.71.00 specifically covers injection moulds for rubber or plastics, which is more precise for a plastic cap mold.
If the mold is for plastics but not injection-type
8480.79.00 covers other moulds for rubber or plastics, applicable if the mold uses a different process.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the mold's technical specifications, including cavity count and material compatibility, to support classification under 8480.50.00
• Be aware that if the mold is for plastics, CBSA may reclassify it under 8480.71.00; consult a customs broker for guidance
• Ensure the mold's origin is clearly documented to determine applicable preferential tariff rates
Related Products under Tariff item 8480.50.00
Automotive Headlamp Glass Compression Mold
A compression mold for forming tempered glass lenses used in vehicle headlamps. It is engineered for high-pressure glass forming with optical clarity specifications and falls under 8480.50.00 as a glass mold.
Blow Mold for Glass Jars
A cavity mold used in blow-and-blow glass forming machines to shape wide-mouth glass jars from molten glass gobs. It is purpose-built for glass moulding and falls under tariff item 8480.50.00 as a mould for glass.
Borosilicate Glass Bottle Blow Molding Die
A precision-engineered mold used in blow molding processes to shape borosilicate glass into bottles for laboratory and pharmaceutical use. It is classified under 8480.50.00 as a mold specifically designed for glass production.
Decorative Glass Press Mold
An artistic press mold with intricate patterns for decorative glassware like vases and ornaments. It imparts detailed relief designs and is classified under 8480.50.00 as a mould for glass.
Float Glass Pattern Mold
A textured pattern mold applied to molten glass ribbon in float glass lines to create decorative or functional surface patterns on sheet glass. It is a specialized glass surface molding equipment under 8480.50.00.
Float Glass Press Mold for Architectural Sheets
A heavy-duty press mold used in float glass production lines to form large architectural glass sheets for windows and facades. This mold falls under tariff item 8480.50.00 as a mould for glass, specifically designed for high-volume mineral glass forming.