HS Code for Rubber injection molding machine

The rubber injection molding machine is classified under HS code 8477.10. Heading 8477 is dedicated to machinery for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, not specified or included elsewhere in Chapter 84. Subheading 8477.10 specifically identifies injection-molding machines. These machines function by heating rubber to a plastic state and then injecting it under high pressure into a mold cavity where it is vulcanized. The classification is based on the mechanical operation of the machine. It is important to note that 8477.10 covers machines regardless of whether they are used for rubber or plastics, as the technology for injection molding is fundamentally the same for both materials. The machine typically consists of an injection unit (screw and barrel) and a clamping unit. This classification follows GIR 1, as the machine is explicitly named in the subheading text.

Products Included

• Horizontal rubber injection molding machines
• Vertical rubber injection molding machines
• Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) injection molding machines
• Multi-component (2K) rubber injection machines
• Reciprocating screw injection machines for rubber

Common Misclassification

This machine is often confused with HS code 8477.59, which is the residual category for "other" molding or forming machines. If the machine uses an injection mechanism, it must stay in 8477.10. Another common mistake is using 8477.20, which is reserved for extruders. While both machines use a screw to move material, an extruder produces continuous lengths, whereas an injection machine produces discrete parts in a mold. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 8479.89 (other mechanical appliances), but since 8477 specifically covers rubber-working machinery, it takes precedence.

FAQ

What is the HS code for rubber injection molding machine?

The specific HS code for an injection-molding machine used for rubber or plastics is 8477.10.

Can this machine also mold plastic?

Yes, HS code 8477.10 covers injection molding machines designed for both rubber and plastics, as the mechanical process is identical.