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Pneumatic Tire Mold Press

A hydraulic press equipped with precision molds for forming uncured rubber into pneumatic tire shapes during manufacturing. Classified under HTS 8477.51.00 for its specific role in molding pneumatic tires from rubber materials.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+37.5%40.6%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8477.59.01.00Same rate: 40.6%

If for molding other rubber products like belts or hoses

Non-tire specific molding equipment moves to the residual 'other' category in the heading.

8462Lower: 16.9% vs 40.6%

If primarily a hydraulic press sold without tire molds

Machine tools for working metal or generic pressing shift to Chapter 84 if rubber-forming not principal.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include mold cavity blueprints to prove tire-specific design during customs examination

• Label equipment clearly as 'for pneumatic tire molding' to prevent misclassification as general presses

• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain tire machinery from specific countries; check ITC notices