Steel Mold Base Frame for Die Casting from Mexico
Heavy-duty steel frame mold base for non-ferrous die casting applications, featuring alignment pins and ejector holes. Serves as the core structure for building custom die cast molds for aluminum and zinc parts. Falls under HTS 8480.20.00.00 as a mold base for metal carbides and metals.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturer specs confirming it's a base, not including forming inserts
• Ensure heat treatment certifications for steel quality compliance
• Watch for reclassification to 8479.89 if perceived as injection machine parts