Tread Pattern Sole Injector from Canada
Injection molding equipment with customizable dies for creating anti-slip tread patterns on rubber or TPU soles for work boots. Specifically under HTS 8477.10.30.00 for shoe production machinery. Supports variable thickness for rugged terrain footwear.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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 tread design patents or samples; verify rubber/plastic feed systems
• Common issue: incorrect HS chapter for dual rubber/plastic capability