Other types
Molding boxes for metal foundry; mold bases; molding patterns; molds for metal (other than ingot molds), metal carbides, glass, mineral materials, rubber or plastics: > Molds for metal or metal carbides: > Other types
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 8480.49.00
Die Casting Mold for Aluminum Automotive Parts
Precision-engineered mold used in high-pressure die casting machines to produce aluminum components like engine blocks and transmission housings for vehicles. Classified under HTS 8480.49.00 as a mold specifically designed for casting metal, excluding ingot molds. It facilitates the formation of intricate metal shapes through molten metal injection and rapid cooling.
Investment Casting Mold for Aerospace Turbine Blades
Ceramic shell mold pattern set used in the lost-wax investment casting process to create nickel superalloy turbine blades for jet engines. Falls under HTS 8480.49.00 for molds used in precision metal casting of high-performance alloys. Ensures complex geometries and thin walls critical for aerospace applications.
Sand Casting Pattern for Iron Engine Blocks
Wooden or resin pattern used to create sand molds for gray iron engine block production in automotive foundries. Classified in HTS 8480.49.00 as a molding pattern essential for metal foundry operations. Reusable design allows multiple castings of complex internal geometries.
Permanent Mold for Brass Plumbing Fittings
Steel permanent mold (gravity die casting) for manufacturing brass valves, elbows, and couplings used in plumbing systems. HTS 8480.49.00 applies to reusable metal molds for non-ferrous foundry casting. Provides superior surface finish compared to sand casting.
Lost Foam Pattern Mold for Aluminum Wheels
Precision machined foam pattern mold used to create polystyrene patterns for lost foam casting of automotive aluminum wheels. Falls under HTS 8480.49.00 as specialized molding patterns for metal foundry evaporative pattern casting. Enables complex spoke designs without cores.
Carbide Insert Mold for Steel Precision Components
High-wear resistant mold with carbide inserts for die casting thin-walled steel precision gears and shafts. Classified HTS 8480.49.00 for molds handling ferrous metal carbides and alloys. Extends mold life in high-volume production.
MIM Tooling Mold for Metal Injection Molded Gun Parts
Multi-cavity precision mold for Metal Injection Molding (MIM) of stainless steel firearm components like triggers and hammers. HTS 8480.49.00 covers specialized molds for powdered metal processing into final metal parts. Achieves near-net-shape forming with fine tolerances.
Centrifugal Casting Mold for Copper Pipe Liners
Rotating steel mold used in horizontal centrifugal casting to produce thick-walled copper alloy pipe liners for industrial applications. Falls under HTS 8480.49.00 for specialized metal foundry molds employing centrifugal force distribution. Ensures uniform wall thickness in cylindrical castings.
Graphite Mold for Continuous Metal Casting
High-purity graphite mold (hot-top and die) used in continuous casting of copper rod and billets from molten metal. Classified HTS 8480.49.00 as non-metal mold for primary metal production. Provides thermal shock resistance and non-wetting surface.
Shell Mold Pattern for Stainless Steel Valves
Precision metal pattern coated for shell molding process producing thin-walled stainless steel valve bodies. HTS 8480.49.00 includes patterns for ceramic shell metal casting processes. Superior surface finish eliminates extensive machining.