Diesel Engine Piston for Passenger Cars from Germany
A forged aluminum piston designed specifically for diesel engines in passenger vehicles under HTS 8701.21-8701.29 or trucks/buses in 8702-8704. It falls under 8409.99.91.90 as a part suitable solely or principally for engines of heading 8407/8408, intended for installation in specified vehicles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify vehicle compatibility certification to confirm classification under 8409.99.91.90; mismatch leads to reclassification
• Provide engine model and vehicle subheading documentation to Customs for smooth clearance
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as general auto parts under 8708 without proving principal use with 8407/8408 engines