Glass Bottle Blow Mold from Japan
Cast iron mold used in individual section (IS) machines to form molten glass into bottles. It qualifies under HTS 8480.60.00 as a mold for mineral materials, specifically glass shaping via blowing and pressing. Cavities are precision-machined for bottle neck finishes.
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
• Submit mold cavity drawings and machine compatibility specs; comply with glass safety standards; distinguish from rubber/plastic molds to prevent reclassification