Die Casting Machine Shot Sleeve from Japan
The shot sleeve holds and pours molten metal into the plunger path in cold chamber die casters. Machined from premium steel for aluminum alloy processing in foundries. Classified under HTS 8454.90.0030 as a die casting machine part.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include bore diameter specs standard for die casting shot volumes
• Certify H13 tool steel construction for molten aluminum resistance
• Avoid bulk tube classification under 7304 by proving machine integration