Blow Mold for Glass Jars from Mexico
A cavity mold employed in blow-and-blow glass forming machines to shape wide-mouth glass jars from molten gobbets by initial counter-blowing and final blowing. Classified under HTS 8480.50.00 due to its purpose-built design for glass container production.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label molds clearly as 'for glass only' and provide material compatibility test data to prevent reclassification
• Document mold dimensions and tolerances matching glass industry standards to support HTS 8480.50.00 declaration
• Be aware of quotas or special duties on high-precision molds; file with full production process description