PET Preform Injection Mold

A precision injection mold designed for producing polyethylene terephthalate (PET) preforms used in blow molding bottles. It falls under HTS 8480.50.0010 as it is specifically an injection type mold for plastics, enabling high-volume production of consistent preform shapes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8480.60.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If designed for blow molding rather than injection

Blow molds for glass or plastics fall under a separate subheading for non-injection/compression types.

8480.79Lower: 13.1% vs 35%

If primarily for rubber vulcanization

Molds specifically for rubber processing shift to the rubber molds subheading.

8462.29.00Higher: 39.4% vs 35%

If imported as part of a complete injection molding machine

When assembled into machinery, it may classify under machine tools rather than standalone molds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify mold material (e.g

• steel or aluminum) complies with US safety standards like ASTM for durability

• Include detailed engineering drawings and cavity specifications in documentation to avoid reclassification