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Plastic Injection Mold Core Insert

A hardened steel insert forming the cavity core in injection molding machines for producing precise plastic parts like automotive components. Classified under HTS 8477.90.86.95 as a part for plastic product manufacturing machinery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+37.5%40.6%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8480.71.40Lower: 37.5% vs 40.6%

If for rubber injection molding applications

Rubber-specific molds go to 8480.71, distinct from plastic molding equipment.

8207.30.60Lower: 40.4% vs 40.6%

If classified as interchangeable tooling rather than dedicated mold part

Tools for working metals may apply if not exclusively for plastics machinery.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include mold design specs and intended plastic resin types to confirm classification as injection machinery part

• Ensure heat treatment certifications; watch for reclassification if seen as general metal mold