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Lead Frame Plastic Encapsulation Mold from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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