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Ductile Iron Pipe Centrifugal Casting Mold

Precision-engineered mold designed specifically for centrifugal casting machines used in ductile iron pipe production. It features a rotating cavity that shapes molten ductile iron under centrifugal force to form seamless pipe walls with high density and strength. Classified under HTS 8480.49.0010 as a mold for centrifugal casting of ductile iron pipe, distinct from general metal molds.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+40.0%40%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+15.0%15%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+15.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8480.49.00Same rate: 40%

If used for non-centrifugal casting methods

Molds for other metal casting processes fall under the broader 'other types' for metal molds, excluding specific centrifugal ductile iron provisions.

8477.10.90Same rate: 40%

If imported as part of complete centrifugal casting machinery

When assembled into injection or casting machines, classification shifts to the machinery heading rather than separate molds.

7326.90.86Higher: 40.4% vs 40%

If made primarily of iron or steel without precision molding features

Basic iron/steel articles for foundry use may classify as other steel products if not qualifying as specialized molds.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify mold specifications match 'centrifugal casting of ductile iron pipe' to avoid reclassification to general metal molds

• Provide detailed engineering drawings and foundry end-use certification to support HTS 8480.49.0010 classification

• Check for anti-dumping duties on iron pipe manufacturing equipment from specific countries like China