Glass Tableware Press Mold from Japan
A multi-cavity press mold for producing glass tumblers, plates, and bowls in automatic pressing machines, shaping viscous molten glass under high pressure. It qualifies for HTS 8480.50.00 as a mold dedicated to glass tableware fabrication.
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
• Obtain supplier certification specifying glass-only use to differentiate from universal molds
• Include photos and CAD files showing glass-specific features like thermal shock resistance
• Avoid common pitfalls by not undervaluing molds; use transaction value based on design complexity