Caterpillar Marine Connecting Rod

Fracture-split forged steel connecting rods for Caterpillar C32 Acert marine propulsion engines in tugs and ferries. Features marine-specific oil passages for continuous duty cycles. Classified in HTS 8409.99.92 for parts principally used with heading 8408 marine engines.

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%

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Alternative Classifications

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8438.80.00Lower: 35% vs 37.5%

If part of complete marine machinery set

Machinery parts sold as sets with propulsion systems classify under heading 8438.

8483.50.90Higher: 37.8% vs 37.5%

If with integrated plain bearings

Flywheels and pulleys with bearings become transmission components.

8716.90.50Higher: 53.1% vs 37.5%

If adapted for marine vehicle propulsion

Specialized marine vehicle parts may fall under vehicle trailer headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Attach fracture-split process certification proving OEM marine specs

Use vessel registration docs to evidence propulsion end-use

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