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Automotive Crankshaft Grinding Machine from Germany

Machine for finish grinding main and rod bearing journals on automotive crankshafts using abrasive wheels. Classifies in HTS 8460.29.0150 as other non-gear grinding for metal engine components.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Crankshaft fixture specs must show journal grinding, not gear teeth

• Separate invoice lines for steady rests vs main grinder to avoid set issues

• Common misclassification as gear grinder; document throw measurement exclusion

Automotive Crankshaft Grinding Machine from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8460.29.01.50