Offshore Drawworks Brake Drum
An offshore drawworks brake drum is a heavy-duty component for drawworks hoisting systems on offshore drilling platforms, controlling the descent of drill strings. It is engineered for dynamic braking loads exceeding 1M lbs on boring or sinking machinery of subheading 8430.41 or 8430.49.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used with machinery of heading 84.26 or 84.29
Parts for those machines are classified under 8431.49.
If the brake drum is for vehicles of Chapter 87
Brakes for vehicles are classified in heading 87.08.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the brake drum is classified as a part of boring or sinking machinery, not as a brake of Chapter 87
• Provide engineering specifications showing its use with 8430.41 or 8430.49 equipment
• Declare the material composition for CBSA assessment
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