Multi-Station Shoe Injection Molder from Japan
Automated machine with multiple stations for simultaneous injection molding of shoe uppers, heels, and soles from thermoplastic materials. HTS 8477.10.30.00 applies as it's optimized for full shoe assembly lines, with robotic transfer systems. Reduces production time for fashion and safety footwear.
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
• Submit assembly line integration diagrams; ensure hydraulic system specs meet shoe pressure requirements
• Pitfall: undervaluing by omitting software controls in declarations