Industrial Optical Disc Replication Injection Molder

High-speed injection molding machine with vacuum venting for bubble-free optical disc substrates in replication plants. HTS 8479.89.8300 specifically covers machines for optical media manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8477.10.30.00Same rate: 35%

If molding general polystyrene containers

Non-precision/optical plastic molding classifies under plastics working machinery.

8480.10.00.00Higher: 38.8% vs 35%

If single-cavity prototype molders

Molding machines for rubber or low-volume fall under derivatives heading.

8479.10.00Same rate: 35%

If pillow packaging machinery for disc sets

Retail packaging equipment classifies separately from media forming.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Vacuum venting and optical mold temp control specs distinguish from general molding

Cavitation count (1-8 cavities) documentation for production verification

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