Valve Stem Seals

Vulcanized rubber seals for automotive valve stems preventing oil leakage into combustion chambers. HTS 4016.93.50 other gaskets, high-temp synthetic rubber. Not Chapter 84 or hard rubber.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China2.5%+35.0%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

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8409.91.99Same rate: 37.5%

If spark-ignition engine parts

Engine parts classify in Chapter 84 by use.

4009.42.00Lower: 20% vs 37.5%

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ SAE J200 classification docs aid verification

β€’ Avoid kits with metal valves to stay in Chapter 40

β€’ Declare HNBR material if applicable for specialty rates

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