Lead Frame Plastic Encapsulation Mold from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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