Steel Ingot Mold Casting Frame from China
A robust steel frame component designed specifically for ingot molds used in metallurgy to shape molten metal into ingots during casting processes. It falls under HTS 8454.90.00.70 as a dedicated part of ingot molds essential for maintaining structural integrity in high-temperature foundry operations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the part is exclusively for ingot molds via technical specs and manufacturer certification to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed engineering drawings and foundry usage affidavits in documentation to prove metallurgical end-use
• Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect valuation of heat-resistant coatings, which must be included in customs value