Pneumatic Cylinder Actuator from China
A double-acting pneumatic cylinder used to convert compressed air into linear mechanical motion in automation systems. It falls under HTS 8412.39.0080 as an other pneumatic power engine or motor, distinct from turbines or specific linear acting types. These are essential components in industrial machinery for precise positioning.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify if the cylinder qualifies as a 'linear acting' under 8412.31 to avoid misclassification; provide detailed technical specs and pressure ratings in entry docs
• Common pitfall: failing to declare bore diameter which affects duty rates in subheadings