Aluminum Forged Connecting Rod for Racing Car Engine

Lightweight aluminum forged connecting rod optimized for high-performance spark-ignition engines in racing applications, falling under heading 8407. It features H-beam design for strength-to-weight ratio. HTS 8409.99.99.10 covers such rods principally used with 8407/8408 engines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8431.49.90Same rate: 35%

If for forklift or industrial machinery engines

Parts for non-road engines in material handling equipment go to 8431, differentiating from vehicle propulsion.

8409.91.99Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If specifically for spark-ignition engines

More specific subheading 8409.91 for 8407 engine parts if not 'other'; check statistical suffixes.

7616.99.51Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If sold as general aluminum article

Without proof of engine-specific use, defaults to Chapter 76 aluminum articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide performance specs and engine model compatibility to prove principal use with 8407 engines

Declare exact alloy composition to avoid undervaluation disputes; aluminum rods often scrutinized for origin