Convertible Top Pneumatic Balancer
A pneumatic cylinder used for balancing convertible vehicle roof panels during lift and lower operations. Made of steel, it functions as a base metal mounting or fitting for motor vehicle coachwork, classified under tariff item 8302.30.90.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the balancer is a bracket or clamp for use in the manufacture of aftermarket gas tanks or radiators
This alternative applies to specific brackets or clamps for motor vehicle manufacturing, potentially including the balancer if it fits that description.
If the balancer is a linear acting pneumatic power engine
Pneumatic balancers that act as power engines may be classified under Chapter 84, not as mountings.
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
• Confirm the product is not considered a 'part of general use' under Section XV Note 2, which could shift classification
• Keep documentation showing the balancer is specifically designed for convertible roofs, not a generic pneumatic device
• Check if the goods are eligible for duty-free entry under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) with proper certification
Related Products under Tariff item 8302.30.90
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