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Glass Fiber Preform Mold from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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