Forged Steel Connecting Rod for Diesel Engine from Japan
A forged steel connecting rod designed specifically for use in compression-ignition (diesel) internal combustion engines of heading 8408. It connects the piston to the crankshaft, converting linear motion to rotational motion. Classified under HTS 8409.99.99.10 as a part suitable solely or principally for engines of 8407 or 8408.
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
• Verify engine compatibility documentation to confirm suitability solely for 8407/8408 engines, avoiding misclassification as general machinery parts
• Ensure material certificates (e.g
• steel grade) and forging process details for customs valuation and origin rules