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Cast Iron Rear Axle Housing for Combine Harvesters from Germany

This cast iron axle housing is designed specifically for agricultural machinery of heading 8430, such as combine harvesters, housing the differential and axle shafts to support heavy loads during field operations. It falls under HTS 8431.49.90.55 as a cast axle housing principally used with harvesting machinery in 8430. The robust casting ensures durability under torque and vibration from uneven terrain.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.82.2215%Derivative steel articles the product of Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, or a member nation of the European Union, as provided for in subdivision (c)(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

Verify the axle housing is certified for use solely with 8426, 8429, or 8430 machinery via manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification

Include detailed engineering drawings and compatibility certifications in documentation to prove principal use

Watch for anti-dumping duties on cast iron from certain countries; check ITC notices before importing