Forged Steel Crankshaft for Passenger Car Engines from Japan
A precision-forged steel crankshaft designed specifically for spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines used in passenger vehicles under HTS 8701.21-8701.29. It converts the linear motion of pistons into rotational motion and is classified under 8409.91.5081 as a steel forging part principally for these vehicle engines. The forging process provides superior strength and durability required for high-performance automotive applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the engine is spark-ignition type for 8407/8408 compatibility; provide engineering specs proving principal use in specified vehicles; common pitfall is misclassifying as general machinery parts under 8483