Automotive Silicone Valve Cover Gasket from Canada
A flexible silicone gasket designed to seal the valve cover on internal combustion engines, preventing oil leaks. Classified under HTS 3926.90.45 as it is a plastic gasket used for sealing purposes in automotive applications. Made from silicone polymer meeting the chapter's polymer classification rules.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify material composition via lab testing to confirm silicone polymer content exceeds 95% for proper Chapter 39 classification
• Include detailed technical specs and end-use certification in documentation to avoid misclassification as engine parts under Chapter 84
• Check for REACH compliance if sourced from EU; common pitfall is undervaluation on high-volume automotive shipments