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Clock Spring for Steering Columns

Flat spiral steel spring wound in a clock-like coil for storing rotational energy in turn signal mechanisms. Classified HTS 7320.90.50 as other steel springs for automotive and appliance uses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina2.9%+75.0%77.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico2.9%+50.0%52.9%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada2.9%+50.0%52.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany2.9%+50.0%52.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan2.9%+50.0%52.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

8708.94.70Lower: 50% vs 77.9%

If steering wheels and parts thereof

Steering column components including springs go to vehicle parts.

8501.10.40Lower: 41.9% vs 77.9%

If part of electric motors/generators

Spiral springs in motors classified electrically.

3926.90.99Lower: 25.3% vs 77.9%

If plastic encapsulated versions

Primarily plastic with metal spring shifts to Chapter 39.

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

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Mark as automotive part if OEM-specified to ease entry

โ€ข Include coil turns and torque ratings in commercial invoices

โ€ข Separate from wiring harnesses to avoid 8544 classification