Glass Cold Shaping Press from Japan
Hydraulic press for cold forming flat glass sheets into curved shapes using silicone molds, without heating. Classified in HTS 8464.90.01 for cold working glass, a mineral material, through mechanical pressing rather than thermal processes. Applied in automotive and architectural glazing production.
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
• Include mold material specs confirming cold process (no heat elements); comply with ANSI safety standards for press tonnage; distinguish from hot bending ovens in 8514 via technical literature