Cast Iron Turbojet Compressor Casing from Germany
A rough cast iron housing for the compressor section of a non-aircraft turbojet engine, machined only to remove casting imperfections like fins and gates for subsequent finishing. Classified under HTS 8411.91.10.40 as a cast-iron part of turbojets not advanced beyond basic cleaning and machining, specific to non-aircraft turbines.
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
• Verify cast iron composition via material certificates to confirm eligibility under the cast-iron subheading
• Include detailed foundry process documentation proving no advanced machining beyond fin/gate removal
• Avoid misclassification by distinguishing from finished assemblies; common pitfall is overlooking 'non-aircraft' specificity