Large Compression Mold for Wind Turbine Blades from China

Massive compression mold sections for resin transfer molding (RTM) of fiberglass-reinforced polyester blades with mineral extenders. Modular steel construction for 40m+ blade lengths. HTS 8480.60.0010 for compression types handling mineral composites.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Provide composite layup specifications showing mineral filler ratios in resin systems

Include transportation/assembly certifications for oversized molds (>10m dimensions)

Distinguish from aircraft molds (8803); wind turbine specifically renewable energy