Lead Frame Plastic Encapsulation Mold

High-precision mold for injection molding epoxy resin encapsulation on semiconductor lead frames during chip packaging. Classified under HTS 8480.71.40.00 as an injection-type mold for plastics integral to semiconductor device manufacturing processes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8480.60.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If designed for molding metal components rather than plastics

Molds for metal (not ingot molds) fall in 8480.60, separate from rubber/plastics molds.

9031.49Lower: 10% vs 35%

If primarily for testing semiconductor packages rather than production molding

Testing machines/apparatus in Chapter 90; production molds stay in Chapter 84.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include process flow diagrams showing mold use in lead frame encapsulation to demonstrate semiconductor-specific application

Verify mold cavity counts and runner designs match industry standards for IC packaging; retain supplier certifications

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