Cast Iron Engine Block Core from Mexico
Rough cast iron engine block casting with minimal machining to remove sprues and risers, principally for reciprocating internal combustion engines of 8408. It requires further finishing for final assembly and combustion chamber formation. Classified in 8409.99.10.80 due to limited processing beyond cleaning.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide foundry certificates confirming no advanced machining like boring; match part to specific 8408 engine models; watch for customs scrutiny on 'other' statistical suffix requiring detailed manifests