Rough Cast Iron Engine Block from Germany
Basic cast-iron engine block casting for spark-ignition piston engines, processed only by cleaning and minimal machining to eliminate sprues, risers, and fins for subsequent finishing. No bores, ports, or surfaces have been machined to final dimensions. Falls under 8409.91.10 as unfinished cast-iron parts principally for 8407/8408 engines.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide foundry certificates showing only cleaning and location machining; photos of casting defects removal aid verification
• Label shipments clearly as 'unfinished castings for 8408 engines' to prevent confusion with finished blocks