Aluminum Hood Latch Mechanism from Germany
An aluminum latch assembly for securing engine hoods on passenger vehicles, preventing unintended opening. Classified in HTS 8302.30.30 for its aluminum base metal and motor vehicle coachwork application. Features corrosion-resistant design for longevity.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Specify 'non-structural latch' in docs to avoid body parts classification
• Test for aluminum content >50% to stay in base metal mountings
• Pair with CAD files showing vehicle integration for CBP review