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Die Casting Machine Tie Bar from Germany

Tie bars provide structural support and alignment for the die halves in high-tonnage die casting machines. Precision-machined from alloy steel to handle clamping forces in aluminum foundries. Classified in HTS 8454.90.0030 for parts of die casting machines.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Submit stress analysis reports showing capacity for die casting clamping pressures

• Use precise measurements in invoices to match machine tonnage specifications

• Differentiate from press parts under 8462.94 to avoid incorrect duties