Marine Auxiliary Engine Connecting Rod from Germany
Steel connecting rod for auxiliary diesel engines on ships (principally 8408-type). Used for generators, not propulsion. Still classified under HTS 8409.99.99.10 as engine parts for 8407/8408.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish auxiliary vs propulsion with engine manuals; propulsion may go to 8483
• Corrosion-resistant coatings declared separately for duty