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Magnesium Alloy Die Casting

A precision die-cast component made from magnesium alloy, such as AZ91D, used in automotive transmission cases. Falls under 8104.90 as 'other' magnesium articles, provided magnesium content is highest by weight.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+25.0%28.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%3.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%3.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%3.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%3.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8708.99.81Higher: 37.5% vs 28.5%

If specifically for motor vehicle transmission

Vehicle parts classified by function in Chapter 87, not base material.

7616.99.51Higher: 37.5% vs 28.5%

If aluminum content exceeds magnesium

Primary metal determines chapter; aluminum-dominant goes to Chapter 76.

8483.90.50Higher: 37.5% vs 28.5%

If imported as transmission housing part

Parts of gearboxes recognized in 8483 supersede material heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit detailed chemical analysis showing magnesium > other elements to confirm Chapter 81 exclusion

For automotive use, obtain supplier's end-use declaration to avoid Chapter 87 classification