Piston Connecting Rod for Buses

Forged steel connecting rod linking piston to crankshaft in bus engines (8702). 8409.99.91.90 for parts solely/principally with 8408 engines in vehicles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+35.0%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇩🇪Germany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇯🇵Japan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8708.50.85.00Higher: 52.5% vs 37.5%

If axle drive shafts

Drive rods/shafts classify under vehicle transmission parts.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 37.5%

If rough forgings

Unfinished steel rods are Chapter 73 articles.

8483.10.50.00Lower: 35% vs 37.5%

If crankshaft-integrated

Crank/connecting rod assemblies as shafts under 8483.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Big-end/small-end bearing sizes must match engine specs

Shot-peened surface treatment declaration required

Rod bearings separate; full assembly risks 8483 classification