CD-ROM Stamper and Injection Molding Machine from Canada
Industrial machine that uses nickel stamper molds to inject polycarbonate and form the base structure of CD-ROMs during optical media production. Classified under HTS 8479.89.8300 for its role in manufacturing read-only optical discs via precision stamping and molding.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide stamper compatibility certifications for CD/DVD formats to substantiate optical media classification
• Label as 'not for semiconductor wafers' to distinguish from Chapter 84 statistical notes on wafer equipment
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on Asian-sourced polycarbonate molding equipment