Lightweight Titanium Connecting Rod for Mazda RX-8 Renesis from Mexico
Aerospace-grade titanium connecting rod for Mazda Renesis rotary spark-ignition engine, reducing reciprocating mass. Still classified under HTS 8409.91.99.10 for rotary piston spark-ignition engines per heading 8407.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• High-value titanium requires detailed melting origin certificates
• Prove rotary engine specificity via CAD models showing eccentric shaft interface
• Customs may question material; provide tensile strength data vs steel equivalents