Titanium Squeeze Casting for Automotive Engine Components
Squeeze cast titanium connecting rods manufactured for performance car engines, offering high strength and fatigue resistance. The squeeze casting process combines the benefits of casting and forging, producing dense, high-integrity components. These cast titanium automotive components are classified under this tariff item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the connecting rods are identifiable parts of internal combustion engines
Parts of internal combustion engines of heading 8409 are classified there when identifiable as such.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Determine whether the connecting rods are classified as parts of engines under Chapter 84, which may be more specific
• Provide documentation on the casting process and the automotive application
• Check if the components require any Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) compliance
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