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Rough Cast Iron Valve Cover

A cast-iron rocker or valve cover casting cleaned and trimmed minimally for spark-ignition engine cylinder heads. No baffle or mounting hole machining has been performed, making it suitable for finishing in subsequent operations.

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 valve cover is for a diesel engine

Diesel engine parts are classified under the 'Other' subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document the rough state of the valve cover, with no baffle or mounting holes machined, to support classification

β€’ Ensure the cover is for a spark-ignition engine

β€’ Keep records of the cleaning and trimming processes

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