Automotive Engine Head Gasket
A vulcanized rubber head gasket engineered to seal the cylinder head to the engine block in motor vehicles, preventing leaks of coolant, oil, and combustion gases. It is designed specifically for use in Chapter 87 automotive goods, making it a gasket of a kind used in motor vehicles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the gasket is for use in the manufacture of aftermarket gas tanks and radiators
This sibling item covers gaskets specifically for aftermarket gas tanks and radiators, which may apply if the head gasket is part of such a system.
If the gasket is not specifically for automotive use or is for other applications
This item covers other gaskets not elsewhere specified, which may apply if the automotive use is not clearly established.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the gasket is classified as a gasket for Chapter 87 vehicles, not for general industrial use
• Keep documentation showing the specific vehicle make/model it is designed for
• Verify the rubber composition to confirm it is vulcanized rubber under Chapter 40
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