HS Code for Casting mold

Casting molds for rubber or plastics are classified under HS code 8480.79. Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Heading 8480 is dedicated to molding boxes for metal foundry, mold bases, molding patterns, and molds for metal (other than ingot molds), metal carbides, glass, mineral materials, rubber, or plastics. Within this heading, the 8480.7x series specifically addresses molds for rubber or plastics. Code 8480.79 is a residual category for molds that do not utilize injection or compression molding techniques. This includes molds used for rotational molding, vacuum forming, or blow molding. The classification is determined by the intended use of the mold and the specific mechanical process it facilitates. These molds are essential industrial tools that define the shape of the final plastic or rubber product. They are typically made of metal (such as aluminum or steel) but are classified here based on their function as a mold rather than their material composition, following the specific heading for machinery parts and tools.

Products Included

• Blow molds for plastic bottle production
• Rotational molds for large plastic tanks
• Vacuum forming molds for plastic packaging
• Transfer molds for rubber components
• Gravity molds for liquid silicone

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 8480.71, which is reserved specifically for injection or compression type molds. Because injection molding is the most prevalent plastic manufacturing process, many importers default to 8480.71 without verifying the molding method. Additionally, molds for metal casting should be classified under 8480.41 or 8480.49, and molds for glass under 8480.50. It is vital to identify the material being molded and the process used.

FAQ

What is the HS code for casting mold?

For rubber or plastics using processes other than injection or compression, the HS code is 8480.79.

What is the difference between 8480.71 and 8480.79?

8480.71 is strictly for injection or compression molds, while 8480.79 covers all other types of molds for rubber or plastics, such as blow molds or vacuum molds.