Whipple 2.9L Supercharger Kit from Japan
Whipple's 2.9L twin-screw supercharger provides positive displacement compression for high-horsepower muscle car applications like Ford Mustangs. Under HTS 8414.59.3000 as a supercharger, it traps and squeezes air for immediate throttle response. The integrated heat exchanger enhances charge air cooling.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
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
• Break down kit components in invoices (supercharger, brackets, pulleys) to prevent composite goods classification
• Declare maximum boost ratings and engine displacement compatibility for valuation purposes
• Avoid delays by pre-clearing with customs for high-value performance parts exceeding $800 shipment value