Ductile Iron Axle Housing for Coal Cutter Loader from Mexico
A ductile cast iron axle housing tailored for shearer loaders in underground coal mining, supporting the drive axles on tracked undercarriages. It withstands abrasive environments and high torque from cutting operations. Falls under HTS 8431.49.90.25 due to its principal use with coal cutters of heading 8430.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 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
• Obtain supplier declaration confirming ductile iron composition and exclusive use in coal cutting machinery
• Label shipments clearly as 'parts for HTS 8430 machinery' to prevent misclassification as general castings
• Be aware of Section 232 tariffs if sourced from certain steel-producing nations