Heading 8454

Converters, ladles, ingot molds and casting machines, of a kind used in metallurgy or in metal foundries, and parts thereof

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Heading 8454 covers converters, ladles, ingot molds, casting machines, and parts used in metallurgy or metal foundries. It splits first by article type: converters in 8454.10, ingot molds and ladles in 8454.20, casting machines in 8454.30, and parts in 8454.90. Within those groups, the break is by specific article or parent machine.

Products in this heading

Steel ingot molds
Foundry ladles for molten metal
Die casting machines
Continuous casting machines
Parts for die casting machines
Parts for ingot molds
Converters used in metallurgy

How to choose the right subheading

Identify the article as a converter, ladle, ingot mold, casting machine, or part.
For ingot molds, decide whether the mold is for steel ingots or for other ingots.
For casting machines, decide whether the machine is a die casting machine or another type of casting machine.
For parts, identify the parent article: die casting machine, other casting machine, ingot mold, or other.
Confirm the article is of a kind used in metallurgy or in metal foundries.

Often confused with

Molds for metal other than ingot molds
Heading 8480 covers metal molds other than ingot molds, along with mold bases and patterns.
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Machines for forming foundry molds of sand
Heading 8474 specifically covers sand foundry mold forming machines.
Heading 8474
Nonelectric industrial furnaces and ovens
Heading 8417 covers industrial or laboratory furnaces and ovens, nonelectric.
Heading 8417
Metal-rolling mills and rolls
Heading 8455 covers metal-rolling mills and rolls, not casting machines.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for a die casting machine?

Die casting machines are classified under 8454.30.00.10, and the general (MFN) rate is Free.

What is the duty on a foundry ladle?

Foundry ladles are classified under 8454.20.00.80, and the general (MFN) rate is Free.

How do I classify parts of an ingot mold?

Parts of ingot molds are classified under 8454.90.00.70, and the general (MFN) rate is Free.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.