Interchangeable Plastic Injection Mold Die

A precision die used in injection molding machines for pressing and forming plastic parts like bottle caps or toy components. It falls under HTS 8207.30.60 because it is designed for pressing and stamping plastics, not suitable for cutting metal. This tool interchanges with hand-operated or machine-operated presses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.9%+35.0%37.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇨🇦Canada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇩🇪Germany2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇯🇵Japan2.9%+10.0%12.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8480.71.40.00Lower: 35% vs 37.9%

If used exclusively in injection or compression molding machines

Molds specifically for plastics manufacturing fall under Chapter 84 as machinery parts, not interchangeable handtools.

8207.30.30Higher: 40.7% vs 37.9%

If capable of cutting softer metals like aluminum foil

Tools suitable for any metal cutting, even light, shift to the metal-cutting subheading regardless of primary use.

8466.94Lower: 14.7% vs 37.9%

If imported as finished parts of specific plastic molding machines

Parts of machines for working plastics are classified under Chapter 84 if not interchangeable across tools.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the tool's material compatibility certification to confirm it's not designed for metal cutting, avoiding misclassification

Include detailed engineering drawings and end-use statements in documentation to prove plastic/wood pressing application

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