Aluminum Window Regulator Bracket from Japan
An aluminum bracket that secures the window regulator mechanism in car doors, enabling glass movement. Classified under HTS 8302.30.30 due to its aluminum base metal composition and suitability for motor vehicle coachwork. Provides lightweight strength for automotive applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
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
• Label products clearly as 'automotive parts' with OEM part numbers to support vehicle-specific classification
• Obtain supplier declarations confirming aluminum purity to prevent reclassification as alloyed steel
• Beware of common pitfalls like insufficient proof of motor vehicle end-use, leading to higher general hardware duties