Press-and-Blow Glass Bottle Mold
A precision mold used in the individual section (IS) machine for forming glass bottles via the press-and-blow process, where a plunger presses molten glass into the mold cavity followed by blowing. It falls under HTS 8480.50.00 as a specialized mold designed exclusively for shaping glass during manufacturing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If designed for plastic bottle production
Molds for plastics or rubber fall under a separate subheading in 8480, distinguished by material compatibility.
If used for metal die-casting
Metal molds (other than ingot molds) are classified differently based on the primary material being molded.
If imported as part of a complete glass molding machine
Parts of machinery for working glass may classify under Chapter 84 if not solely a standalone mold.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the mold is specifically for glass production with manufacturer specs to avoid misclassification under plastics or rubber molds
• Include detailed engineering drawings and end-use certificates to confirm glass-specific design during customs review
• Check for anti-dumping duties on molds from certain countries and ensure proper valuation excluding assembly costs
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Textured pattern mold applied to molten glass ribbon in float glass lines to create decorative or functional surface patterns on sheet glass. HTS 8480.50.00 applies to such specialized glass surface molding equipment.
Glass Bulb Forming Mold
Rotary or plunge mold for shaping glass bulbs in lighting production, forming precise spherical or tubular shapes from molten glass. Specifically classified under HTS 8480.50.00 for lighting glassware molding.
Blow Mold for Glass Jars
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Glass Tableware Press Mold
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.
Narrow Neck Press Blow Mold
Precision mold set for narrow-neck glass containers like vials and bottles, used in press-blow mechanisms to form the neck finish and body. Falls under HTS 8480.50.00 for its role in pharmaceutical and beverage glass packaging.
Glass Fiber Preform Mold
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.