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Blow Molding Extruder Head Assembly from Germany

This is the core component of blow-molding machines that extrudes molten plastic parisons for bottle production. It falls under HTS 8477.90.86.30 as a specialized part designed exclusively for blow-molding machinery used in plastics processing. The assembly includes die heads, mandrels, and cooling rings essential for forming hollow plastic containers.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify part compatibility certification with specific blow-molding machine models to avoid misclassification as general machinery parts

• Include detailed engineering drawings and OEM specifications in documentation to prove exclusive use in blow-molding operations

• Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect valuation when importing assemblies versus individual components