Horizontal Centrifugal Mold for Ductile Iron Pipes

Horizontal rotating mold used in centrifugal casting to produce ductile iron pipes up to 24 inches in diameter. The mold's water-cooled copper or steel construction ensures uniform wall thickness and rapid solidification. Falls under HTS 8480.49.0010 due to its specific design for ductile iron pipe centrifugal casting.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+35.0%38.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

8480.60.00Lower: 17.5% vs 38.1%

If designed for rubber or plastics pipe casting

Molds for rubber/plastics materials shift to separate subheading regardless of casting method.

8480.79Lower: 13.1% vs 38.1%

If for other mineral material pipe molds

Mineral-based pipe molds (concrete, ceramics) classify differently from metal carbides.

8431.49.90Lower: 35% vs 38.1%

If classified as parts of pipe-making machinery

Specific parts of metal-rolling mills or foundry machinery may take precedence over mold heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include machine compatibility specs showing centrifugal rotation speed (typically 300-500 RPM) for proper classification

Label molds clearly with 'ductile iron pipe centrifugal casting' to prevent customs misclassification

Obtain manufacturer's declaration confirming exclusion from ingot molds or rubber/plastic categories

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