Stretch Blow Mold for PET Preforms

Advanced stretch blow mold for transforming PET preforms into carbonated drink bottles. Classified in HTS 8480.79.9010 for its specific use in plastic blow molding operations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+35.0%38.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

8480.71.80Same rate: 38.1%

If for thermoset plastic injection rather than thermoplastic blow

Thermoset molds have separate provisions from thermoplastic blow molding.

9031.49Lower: 10% vs 38.1%

If molds incorporating precision measuring apparatus

Molds with integrated testing/gauging for semiconductor-like precision may go to Chapter 90.

7326.90.86Lower: 37.9% vs 38.1%

If steel mold bases imported separately

Raw steel articles for molds classify under iron/steel if not assembled as complete molds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide preform and bottle specs to confirm blow molding classification

Comply with recycling content rules if molds support sustainable plastics

Avoid pitfalls by declaring multi-cavity molds accurately for quantity valuation