Automotive Aluminum Camshaft

Precision-machined aluminum camshaft designed specifically for spark-ignition internal combustion engines in passenger cars. It controls the timing of intake and exhaust valves through eccentric lobes. Classified under HTS 8483.10.1050 as a camshaft principally used with spark-ignition piston engines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%2.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%2.5%
🇩🇪Germany2.5%2.5%
🇯🇵Japan2.5%2.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8483.10.10Same rate: 27.5%

If designed for compression-ignition (diesel) engines

Diesel engine camshafts fall under separate subheading for compression-ignition engines

8409.91Lower: 12.5% vs 27.5%

If imported as complete engine part set

May be classified as 'other parts' of spark-ignition engines if not imported separately

8708.99.81Higher: 37.5% vs 27.5%

If for heavy truck or commercial vehicle engines

Camshafts specifically for vehicles over 10 tons classified under Chapter 87 vehicle parts

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify engine compatibility certification showing spark-ignition design to avoid reclassification to 8483.10.1060

Provide detailed engineering drawings proving principal use in automotive piston engines

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