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HS Code 8480.20 : Mold bases

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for mold bases is 8480.20. Under the 2026 Cambodia (GDCE), the representative MFN general duty rate is 15% [General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE)].

Chapter

Ch 84

Heading

8480

Subheading

8480.20

KH MFN Duty

15%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 84

Molding boxes for metal foundry; mold bases; molding patterns; molds for metal (other than ingot molds), metal carbides, glass, mineral materials, rubber or plastics

Heading 8480

8480

Molding boxes for metal foundry; mold bases; molding patterns; molds for metal (other than ingot molds), metal carbides, glass, mineral materials, rubber or plastics

Subheading .20

.20

Mold bases

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Cambodia (Cambodia GDCE Customs Tariff 2026)

8480.20

Representative General Duty

15%

Verified July 2026 · General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE)

MODULE 5: CAMBODIA IMPORT DUTY & 10% VAT BREAKDOWN

Base Customs Duty

15%

MFN Rate [General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE)]

Import VAT / Tax Rate

10% VAT

Local Tax Rate

De Minimis Threshold

KHR threshold

Customs Exemption Limit

Notice: Cambodia customs entry, tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 10% VAT are governed by General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE). Always verify declarable lines with General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

7.5% – 25% Additional Duty (China Origin)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Mold bases

MODULE 11: GDCE Customs Advance Ruling System

Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by General Department of Customs and Excise for HS 8480.20.

Query official Customs portal:

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Cambodia Declarable Tariff Schedule (8480.20)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Cambodia (GDCE): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 15%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE)).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
8480.10	Subheading under Heading 8480	Compare Subheading 8480.10 →
8480.30	Subheading under Heading 8480	Compare Subheading 8480.30 →
8480.41	Subheading under Heading 8480	Compare Subheading 8480.41 →
8480.49	Subheading under Heading 8480	Compare Subheading 8480.49 →
8480.50	Subheading under Heading 8480	Compare Subheading 8480.50 →
8480.60	Subheading under Heading 8480	Compare Subheading 8480.60 →
8480.71	Subheading under Heading 8480	Compare Subheading 8480.71 →
8480.79	Subheading under Heading 8480	Compare Subheading 8480.79 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Chapter 84 Tariff Schedule (2026) ↗

Official U.S. 10-digit tariff lines and general duty rates for Mold bases.

CBP CROSS Ruling Database (8480.20) ↗

Binding customs classification precedents for Heading 8480.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Mold bases?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Mold bases is classified under HS 8480.20 (Heading 8480, Chapter 84). The representative KH MFN general duty rate is 15%.

How is HS 8480.20 distinguished within Heading 8480 (Molding boxes for metal foundry; mold bases; molding patterns; molds for metal (other than ingot molds), metal carbides, glass, mineral materials, rubber or plastics)?

Heading 8480 covers Molding boxes for metal foundry; mold bases; molding patterns; molds for metal (other than ingot molds), metal carbides, glass, mineral materials, rubber or plastics. Subheading 8480.20 specifically isolates Mold bases. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8480.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8480.20?

Related subheadings under Heading 8480 include 8480.10, 8480.30, 8480.41, 8480.49, 8480.50, 8480.60, 8480.71, 8480.79. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Mold bases?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 8480.20 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Mold bases?

Commercial shipments of Mold bases with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 8480.20?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 8480.20 in Cambodia?

Commercial imports of Mold bases under HS 8480.20 into Cambodia are subject to 10% VAT, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Cambodia?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Cambodia is KHR threshold. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Cambodia?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and GDCE Customs Advance Ruling System for HS 8480.20 are administered by General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE).

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