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Cast Iron Connecting Rod for Heavy Duty Truck Engine

Durable cast iron connecting rod for large diesel engines in heavy-duty trucks, compatible with heading 8408 engines. It withstands high compression loads in commercial applications. Fits HTS 8409.99.99.10 as other connecting rods for such engines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8708.80.65Higher: 52.5% vs 37.5%

If for truck chassis assembly

Vehicle-specific parts like truck engine rods classified in 8708 based on vehicle heading, not generic.

7325.10.00Same rate: 37.5%

If unfinished castings

Unmachined cast iron articles are in 7325; completion state (machined for engines) shifts to 8409.

8409.99.99Same rate: 37.5%

If not explicitly connecting rods

Broader 'other' parts for 8407/8408; statistical breakouts refine to .10 for rods.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include CAD drawings showing piston/crankshaft interfaces to substantiate 'sole use' for 8408 engines

• Comply with anti-dumping duties on certain cast iron parts from specific countries; check Commerce scope