HS Code 8480
Moulding Boxes and Moulds for Industrial Use
HS code 8480 covers moulding boxes, moulding patterns, and moulds for metal, glass, mineral materials, rubber, or plastics for industrial manufacturing.
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HS Code 8480 — Moulding Boxes and Moulds for Industrial Use
This code covers the 'forms' or moulds used in industrial processes to shape materials like metal, glass, rubber, or plastic. These are not the machines themselves, but the interchangeable components that define the final shape of the manufactured product.
What's included
- Moulds for injection-moulding machines
- Foundry moulding boxes
- Moulding patterns (wood or plastic)
- Vulcaising moulds for tyres
What's excluded
- Ingot moulds → use
8454(Specifically excluded from 8480 and classified with casting machines.)
Common examples
- Steel injection mould for car bumpers
- Graphite mould for glass blowing
- Sand casting moulding box
- Rubber sole mould for footwear
Frequently asked questions
Are 3D printed moulds included here?
Yes, once the mould is printed, its classification is based on its function as a mould under 8480.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 4%
- Documentation: Often subject to anti-dumping duties in certain regions like the EU or USA when originating from specific Asian markets.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: China, South Korea, Germany, Japan
- Top importers: United States, Mexico, Germany, India
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Key takeaway
Essential tooling components used across almost all mass-production manufacturing industries.
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