Aluminum Alloy Marine Piston Rod from Japan
Lightweight aluminum alloy connecting rod optimized for high-RPM spark-ignition outboard marine engines. Converts linear piston motion to crankshaft rotation in propulsion systems. Classified under HTS 8409.91.92.10 for its principal use in marine spark-ignition engines of 8407/8408.
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
• Include engineering drawings showing marine-specific features like corrosion-resistant coatings to support classification
• Ensure supplier declarations specify 'sole use with marine propulsion engines' to prevent misclassification
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain aluminum imports; check Commerce Department scopes