Shoe Upper Molding Machine from Germany
Vacuum or heat molding machine shaping leather uppers to foot form before assembly. Under HTS 8453.80.00.00 as other footwear making machinery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide mold sizes matching footwear lasts for classification support
• Declare temperature controls suitable for leather, not plastics
• Avoid plastics molding declaration under 8477