Automotive Crankshaft for Gasoline Engines from Japan
A forged steel crankshaft designed specifically for spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines in passenger cars. It converts the linear motion of pistons into rotational motion and is machined to precise tolerances for high-performance gasoline engines. Classified under HTS 8483.10.10 due to its principal use in spark-ignition engines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Verify engine type compatibility with spark-ignition certification to avoid reclassification to diesel headings
• Provide detailed engineering drawings and OEM specifications as documentation for customs valuation