Cold Box Core Making Machine from Japan
Specialized equipment for producing sand cores using cold-box process (amine gas catalyst) for complex foundry molds. Blows sand into heated core boxes then gasses for instant curing. HTS 8474.80.0020 includes core-making as integral to sand foundry mold formation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include MSDS for amine catalysts; hazardous material declarations required
• Document core complexity capabilities distinguishing from simple sand blowing
• EPA compliance statements needed for gas catalyst systems