CD-ROM Stamper and Injection Molding Machine from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

10%

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

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