Rubber Gasket Transfer Mold from Germany
Multi-cavity mold for transfer molding EPDM rubber gaskets used in automotive HVAC systems. Classified under HTS 8480.79.9090 as other rubber molds, with precision flash removal edges and multi-zone heating. Designed for high-pressure transfer process.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify transfer molding process and rubber compound types (EPDM, nitrile) to distinguish from compression molding
• Maintain records showing U.S. customer specifications to support first-sale valuation for pricing
• Comply with REACH and RoHS for European-origin rubber compounds used in molds