Cast Iron Rear Axle Housing for Caterpillar Backhoe from Japan

This cast iron axle housing is designed specifically for the rear axle assembly of Caterpillar 420E backhoe loaders, providing structural support for the differential and wheel hubs under heavy-duty construction loads. It falls under HTS 8431.49.90.35 as a cast axle housing part of backhoes, which are machinery of heading 8426. The housing is machined from a single cast piece to ensure durability in rugged terrain.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

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

Import Tips

Verify the part is solely for backhoes via manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification as general machinery parts

Include detailed engineering drawings and OEM compatibility certificates in documentation to prove principal use with heading 8426 machinery

Check for anti-dumping duties on cast iron from specific countries like China; obtain mill test reports for material composition