5cm Single-Screw Lab Extruder for Polymer Filaments

Laboratory-scale single-screw extruder with 5cm screw diameter for producing 3D printing filaments from PLA and ABS thermoplastics. Used in R&D for material development, it falls under HTS 8477.20.0055 due to its small screw size and thermoplastic processing capability. Produces uniform filaments with tight diameter tolerances.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+35.0%38.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8477.20.00Same rate: 38.1%

If screw size 6.4cm or greater

Larger production extruders shift to 8477.20.0090 subheading based on screw diameter measurement.

8483.50.90Lower: 37.8% vs 38.1%

If imported as replacement spare part

Individual screws or barrels classified as machinery parts under 8483.50, not complete extruders.

8479.10.00Lower: 35% vs 38.1%

If part of injection molding machine

Extrusion components integral to injection molding machines fall under 8479.10 heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide lab certification and throughput specs (<50kg/hr typical for lab units) to support small-scale classification

Label as 'for research use only' if applicable to potentially qualify for duty relief under academic imports

Check for FDA compliance if filaments contact food/pharma, affecting accessory classifications

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