Peterbilt 389 Connecting Rod from Germany
Fracture-split forged steel connecting rod for PACCAR MX-13 engines in Peterbilt 389 trucks (8408). Links piston to crankshaft. Classified under 8409.99 as principal reciprocating engine part.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Big-end bore specs must match MX-13 crank journals exactly
• Fracture split process documentation proves OEM manufacturing
• Rod bolt torque specs in assembly manual aid verification