Cast Iron Ingot Mold Vent Plug from Japan
Durable cast iron plugs inserted into ingot molds to regulate gas escape during metal solidification in foundries. HTS 8454.90.00.70 covers this as a critical venting part of ingot molds in metallurgy.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify plugs meet foundry venting standards with porosity test results
• Avoid misdeclaration by specifying 'ingot mold exclusive use' on commercial invoice