Automotive Clutchless AC Compressor from Germany
Externally-controlled clutchless compressor for passenger car AC that varies displacement electronically without mechanical clutch. Uses R134a refrigerant for smooth operation. HTS 8414.30.80.30 applies to such motor vehicle-specific refrigerating compressors excluding ammonia.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0825%Medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, as provided for in subdivision (i) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Specify electronic control valve specifications and automotive CAN bus compatibility
• Provide noise/vibration data for vehicle integration approval
• Ensure proper hazardous material declarations for internal lubricants