Cummins ISX Diesel Engine Piston

A forged steel piston designed specifically for Cummins ISX heavy-duty diesel engines under heading 8408. It features reinforced crown and ring grooves for high-pressure combustion. Classified under 8409.99 as a part suitable solely or principally for these 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.

8412.90.90Same rate: 35%

If used in hydraulic power engines

Parts for hydraulic engines (8412) rather than reciprocating diesel engines (8408).

8431.49.90Same rate: 35%

If for parts of fuel injection pumps sold separately

Injection pump components fall under 8431 if not exclusively engine-integrated.

8708.99.81Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If when imported as motor vehicle part of heading 8708

Vehicle-specific classification supersedes general engine parts if principally for autos.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain OEM part certification from Cummins to prove sole use with 8408 engines

Include detailed engineering specs in documentation to avoid reclassification as general machinery parts

Verify RoHS compliance for automotive engines; common pitfall is missing material safety data sheets