Foam Midsole Injection Molding Press from Japan
Specialized press for injecting EVA foam into molds to create lightweight midsoles for sneakers and boots, featuring high-pressure systems for uniform density. Classified under HTS 8477.10.30.00 due to its purpose-built design for shoe component manufacturing from plastics. Ensures bonding-ready surfaces for assembly in footwear lines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.12, 9903.82.17 and 9903.85.68, derivative aluminum and steel articles with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include material compatibility certifications for EVA/PVC; declare production capacity to justify shoe-specific use
• Avoid misdeclaring as general foam equipment to prevent audits