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Cast Iron Connecting Rod Casting for Marine Engine

A rough cast iron connecting rod casting for a spark-ignition marine outboard engine, cleaned and defect-machined only. This part is suitable solely or principally for spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines, falling under tariff item 8409.91.00. The casting is in rough form and requires further machining for use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8409.99.00Same rate: Free

If the connecting rod is for a diesel outboard engine

Diesel engine parts are classified under a different tariff item.

8483.30.00Same rate: Free

If the connecting rod is fully machined and finished

Finished connecting rods may be classified as transmission parts.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Keep the connecting rod casting in rough form with only defect removal machining to qualify under this tariff item

β€’ Provide evidence of the marine outboard engine application to support classification

β€’ Verify with the CBSA if the casting is considered a 'part' or a 'blank' for duty purposes

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