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Caterpillar C15 Cylinder Head Gasket from Japan

Multi-layer steel (MLS) head gasket engineered for Caterpillar C15 on-highway diesel engines (8408). Provides sealing under extreme cylinder pressures. Classified in 8409.99 as a principal part for these 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

Submit CAD drawings showing compatibility only with C15 engine architecture

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