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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of molds for glass (SITC 74916) totaled $4.1M in April 2026, traded with 20 countries.
Importers of Molds for Glass paid $646K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 20% on $3.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Molds for Glass imports of $4.1M in April 2026 ran 17% above the year-to-date monthly average of $3.5M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataMolds used to form glass articles — including container glass, flat glass components, and specialty optical blanks — serve as precision capital equipment in glassmaking operations. Their design tolerances and thermal-resistance properties are critical differentiators: molds for container glass typically use cast iron or ductile iron, while those for optical or specialty glass may use graphite or ceramic composites. Trade in glass molds reflects capacity expansions in the packaging, construction, and automotive glazing sectors. Importers should verify that the mold is purpose-built for glass forming to distinguish it from mineral-material molds under a separate heading.
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Glass molds are specifically designed for molten or semi-molten glass forming processes such as pressing, blowing, or casting glass articles. Molds for mineral materials cover non-glass substrates such as ceramics, concrete, or stone products. The intended substrate material at the time of manufacture is the key classification criterion.
Trade-remedy exposure depends on the mold's country of origin and construction material. Molds made of cast iron or steel components from certain origins may be indirectly affected by Section 232 measures on steel and aluminum inputs, which can influence pricing. A customs broker can assess whether any antidumping or countervailing duty orders apply to the specific mold type and origin.
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Monthly import values over time