Film Blowing Extruder

A machine used to produce plastic films by extruding molten polymer through a circular die and inflating it into a bubble. It falls under HTS 8477.80.0100 as other machinery for working plastics or manufacturing products from plastics, not specified elsewhere in Chapter 84.

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.

8477.10.90Same rate: 38.1%

If primarily for injection molding of plastics

Injection molding machines have a specific subheading, shifting from 'other machinery'.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 38.1%

If designed for food processing applications

Machinery with primary food contact use may classify under food industry machines.

8477.90Lower: 13.1% vs 38.1%

If imported as parts rather than complete machinery

Parts and accessories have separate provisions from complete machines.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify machine specifications match HTS description; provide detailed technical datasheets to CBP for classification

Ensure CE marking or equivalent safety certifications; common pitfall is misclassifying as injection molding equipment under 8477.10

Declare energy efficiency ratings if applicable for potential duty reductions under trade programs