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Trunk Lid Pneumatic Damper Cylinder

Pneumatic cylinder acting as a damper for motor vehicle trunk lids, controlling lowering speed and providing counter-balance. Base metal construction qualifies it for HTS 8302.30.3010 motor vehicle fittings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2%+50.0%52%
🇲🇽Mexico2%+25.0%27%
🇨🇦Canada2%+25.0%27%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8412.31.00Lower: 37.5% vs 52%

If sold for aftermarket machinery repair

Repurposed for non-vehicle linear actuators shifts to Chapter 84.

8708.29Lower: 27.5% vs 52%

If imported in sets with trunk hinges

Mounting sets for vehicles classify under assembled body parts.

3926.90.99Lower: 25.3% vs 52%

If plastic-bodied versions

Non-base metal construction moves to plastic articles chapter.

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

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide CAD drawings showing vehicle mounting interfaces for customs verification

• Ensure declaration specifies 'pneumatic' to distinguish from mechanical dampers