Pneumatic Tire Mold Press from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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