Cast Iron Compressor Stator Vane Rough Casting from China
Rough cast iron stator vanes for the compressor section of an aircraft gas turbine, with only risers, sprues, and fins removed via basic machining. It qualifies for HTS 8411.99.10.80 as an unfinished cast-iron part exclusive to aircraft turbines, prior to precision finishing. This subheading targets minimal post-casting preparation stages.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Obtain engineering drawings specifying 'rough casting only' to demonstrate compliance with machining limitations
• Use FAA or EASA certifications linking the part to certified aircraft engines for smooth clearance