Die and Mold Finishing Grinder

Specialized grinder with multiple heads for final surface finishing of metal molds and dies using fine abrasives. HTS 8460.29.0150 as other grinding machine for cermet or metal finishing. Essential for injection mold production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.4%+35.0%39.4%
🇲🇽Mexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇨🇦Canada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇩🇪Germany4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇯🇵Japan4.4%+10.0%14.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8460.40.40Same rate: 39.4%

If optimized for mold cavity honing

Honing provides finer finish than grinding for certain mold surfaces.

8466.30.60Lower: 37.9% vs 39.4%

If dividing heads indicate gear work capability

Any gear finishing feature requires Chapter 8461 classification.

8477.10Lower: 13.1% vs 39.4%

If for injection mold injection machinery integration

Machines integral to plastics processing may shift to Chapter 84 plastics machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide mold sample photos or CAD files showing pre-grind rough state to justify finishing machine

Declare grit sizes of abrasives used to confirm grinding vs polishing threshold

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