Glass Fiber Preform Mold from Germany
Mold for blow molding glass fiber reinforced preforms used in composite containers, shaping molten glass with fiber integration. Classified in HTS 8480.50.00 as a glass-specific molding tool despite composite end-use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Clarify fiber integration process in import docs to maintain glass mold status vs. composite machinery
• Test for material composition to avoid plastics heading if fiber dominates
• Register for specialized importer status if importing high-tech glass tooling regularly