Cast Iron Piston Blank for Compression-Ignition Engine from Germany
Unfinished cast iron piston blank designed for diesel engines under heading 8408, with only cleaning and removal of risers/gates for finishing machinery location. Lacks piston ring grooves or crown finishing. Suitable under 8409.99.10 for its principal engine use and limited advancement.
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
• Document dimensional tolerances post-cleaning to prove no functional machining; segregate from finished pistons during customs inspection; obtain supplier affidavits on material being plain cast iron