Automotive Bumper Injection Mold from Japan
A large two-part injection mold used for manufacturing thermoplastic polypropylene bumpers for cars. It includes cooling channels and ejector pins for efficient cycle times in high-pressure injection molding. Falls under HTS 8480.71.80 as an 'other' injection-type mold for plastics.
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 CAD files and production specs in documentation to prove injection mold function
• Check for dual-use restrictions if mold design resembles military vehicle parts
• Obtain mold trial reports to support value declarations