8480.79.10.00 - Molds for shoe machinery 🖩
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 | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 8480.79.10.00, specifically covers molds designed for use with shoe machinery. These molds are integral to the manufacturing process of footwear components, shaping materials such as rubber, plastics, or other suitable substances into the soles, heels, uppers, or other parts of shoes. Their function is directly tied to the specialized machinery used in the shoe industry, distinguishing them from general-purpose molds.
This classification differentiates itself from its sibling category, 8480.79.90, which encompasses "Other" molds for rubber or plastics that do not fall under the specific designation for shoe machinery. Therefore, while both fall under the broader umbrella of molds for rubber or plastics, 8480.79.10.00 is narrowly defined by its application within the shoe manufacturing sector, requiring a specific connection to shoe machinery for proper classification.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 8480.79.10.00 relies on the definitive purpose and intended use of the mold in conjunction with shoe production machinery, irrespective of the specific type of shoe or the material being molded, provided it is for rubber or plastics.