Injection Molding Machine Platen Casting from Germany
A large cast iron platen used in injection molding machines for plastics to hold and clamp molds during the injection process. It falls under HTS 8477.90.25 as a specific platen casting designed for machinery working plastics. This component ensures precise alignment and pressure distribution under high temperatures.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the casting is specifically for plastic/rubber machinery via manufacturer specs to avoid misclassification as general castings
• Include detailed engineering drawings and end-use certificates in documentation for customs valuation
• Check for anti-dumping duties on cast iron from certain countries like China