Caterpillar Marine Connecting Rod from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Attach fracture-split process certification proving OEM marine specs
• Use vessel registration docs to evidence propulsion end-use