Bread Molder Pressure Plates

Interchangeable plates in bakery molders that shape rounded dough pieces into logs for panning. Under HTS 8438.90.90.15 for bakery machinery parts. Teflon-coated for release.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+35.0%37.8%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇩🇪Germany2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇯🇵Japan2.8%+10.0%12.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

8438.90.90Same rate: 37.8%

If for pastry or roll molders

Specialized but non-bread molding uses other food parts.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 37.8%

If plastic-coated plates sold generically

Plastic articles without machinery tie go to Chapter 39.

8431Lower: 10% vs 37.8%

If part of complete molder machine

Full bakery molding machines have specific subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document log size compatibility for classification

Include non-stick coating specs

Avoid plate material classification alone