8474.80.00.20 - Machines for forming foundry molds of sand 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 35% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 8474.80.00.20, specifically encompasses machines designed for the crucial process of forming foundry molds using sand. These machines are dedicated to shaping and consolidating sand into the precise forms required for metal casting operations. Their primary function is to create the mold cavities into which molten metal will be poured, thereby defining the final shape of the cast product.
This classification distinguishes itself from its sibling category, 8474.80.00.00, which covers machines for agglomerating, shaping, or molding various solid mineral-based materials like fuels, ceramics, cements, and plastering compounds. While both deal with shaping, the key differentiator here is the exclusive focus on sand as the molding medium for foundry applications, rather than a broader range of mineral products or agglomeration processes.
As a leaf node, this category does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification under 8474.80.00.20 depends on the machine's specific design and intended use in sand mold formation for foundries. This includes, but is not limited to, machines such as jolt-squeeze molding machines, sand slingers, and shell molding machines that utilize sand as their primary molding material.