Compression Mold for EVA Foam Midsoles from China
Heavy-duty compression mold for forming EVA foam midsoles in athletic footwear production. Engineered with multi-cavity layouts for high-volume shoe manufacturing and textured surfaces for grip patterns. Falls under HTS 8480.79.10.00 due to its specialization for shoe machinery in plastic material molding.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label molds clearly with 'for shoe midsole production' and include material specs (EVA plastic) for smooth clearance
• Obtain manufacturer's declaration confirming use in footwear assembly lines to distinguish from general foam molds