Plastic Injection Molding Pattern Prototype
A 3D-printed or CNC-machined plastic pattern used for validating mold designs before steel tool production. HTS 8480.30.00.00 applies as it is a molding pattern for creating molds used in plastics manufacturing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2.8% | +35.0% | 37.8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If undocumented as molding tool
Other plastic articles classification without foundry/plastics mold proof.
If for rubber molding patterns
Material-specific mold provisions if used in rubber processing.
If precision patterns for semiconductor draw-benches
Semiconductor boule processing equipment includes such patterns.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Attach rapid prototyping reports and mold flow analysis to demonstrate pattern function
• Declare value based on prototyping cost, not final mold value, to minimize duties
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