Semiconductor Rubber Molder Clamp Cylinder

Hydraulic clamp cylinder for compression molding machines (8477.10.90) used to produce precision rubber gaskets for semiconductor wafer handling equipment. This ram/cylinder is explicitly covered under 8477.90.25.40 for these specialized machines.

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.

8412.90.90Lower: 35% vs 38.1%

If standalone hydraulic cylinder

Hydraulic cylinders for general fluid power use are in Chapter 84.

8477.90Same rate: 38.1%

If for non-semiconductor rubber molders

Parts of unspecified molding machines use the catch-all subheading.

9031.90Lower: 10% vs 38.1%

If with integrated pressure sensors

Measuring appliances parts shift to Chapter 90 if testing functionality added.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify hydraulic pressure ratings match OEM specs for 8477.10 machines

Use ISPM-15 compliant wood-free packaging for overseas shipping

Avoid misdeclaration as general hydraulics to prevent 8412 classification