No-Bake Sand Core Shooter Machine from China
This machine shoots no-bake sand (chemically bonded) into core boxes to form foundry cores used in metal casting molds. It precisely deposits and compacts sand for complex internal mold features. HTS 8474.80.0020 applies as it forms essential sand components for foundry molds.
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
• Document chemical binder systems used, as they affect sand mold classification but not heading
• Provide core box pattern samples if requested by customs to verify foundry application
• Watch for undervaluation penalties; include full engineering specs in commercial invoice