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Outboard Motor Steel Connecting Rod from Japan

Compact steel connecting rod for recreational outboard marine propulsion engines, optimized for 2-stroke and 4-stroke configurations under 8407/8408. Falls under 8409.99.92.10 due to exclusive design for marine propellers, with oil passages for underwater operation.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide outboard motor brand/model cross-reference to prove marine propulsion exclusivity

• Label with 'For Marine Use Only' to support principal use determination during customs review

• Separate from piston kits during import to avoid set classification under 8409.99 other