Bladder Inflation Mold for Medical Tubing from Japan
A precision mold employing bladder inflation to form flexible medical-grade PVC tubing with consistent wall thickness for catheters and IV lines. Classified under HTS 8480.79.90.20 for its bladder-operated design tailored to plastics extrusion and blow molding processes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide biocompatibility test certifications (ISO 10993) as molds contact medical plastics during production
• Label molds clearly with 'For Medical Use Only' to support classification and avoid reclassification as general industrial
• Conduct pre-shipment inspection for bladder integrity to prevent damage claims and facilitate smooth customs clearance