8477.10.90.50 - With a clamp force equal to or greater than 300 tons and less than 750 tons

This HTS classification, 8477.10.90.50, pertains to injection-molding machines designed for processing thermoplastics. Specifically, it covers those machines where the clamping force falls within the range of 300 tons or more, but less than 750 tons. These machines are utilized in manufacturing a wide array of plastic products by injecting molten thermoplastic material into a mold cavity under high pressure.

The distinction of this category lies in its specific clamp force range. It differentiates from sibling categories based on the tonnage of the clamping mechanism. For instance, machines with a clamp force less than 50 tons are classified under 8477.10.90.30, while those between 50 and 300 tons fall under 8477.10.90.40. Similarly, machines with a clamp force of 750 tons or greater are found under 8477.10.90.60. This precise measurement of clamping force is a critical determinant for accurate classification.

As this node represents a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subdivisions to introduce. The classification is complete at this level, with the defining characteristic being the specified clamp force range for injection-molding machines used in thermoplastic processing.