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Rubber Injection Unit Nozzle from Japan

Hardened steel nozzle that injects molten rubber into molds under high pressure. HTS 8477.90.86 covers rubber injection machinery parts. Critical for shoe soles and seals.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify orifice size, temperature rating, and injection pressure capacity

• Mark exclusively 'for rubber injection units' not plastics

• Avoid 8483 classification by proving rubber-specific wear resistance