Precision Optical Media Molding Unit from Canada
Compact unit for injecting plastics into molds producing ultra-flat optical disc substrates, essential for holographic and advanced media. HTS 8477.10.40.00 applies due to its targeted manufacture of optical media components.
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
• Submit engineering drawings showing media mold integration; verify BIS export controls if dual-use
• Avoid bulk packaging misdeclaration