Automotive Forged Steel Crankshaft from Germany
A precision-forged steel crankshaft designed for internal combustion engines in passenger vehicles, converting linear piston motion into rotational torque. Classified under HTS 8483.10.30 as 'other' camshafts and crankshafts, distinct from those specifically for aircraft engines. Essential component in car engine blocks.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
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 material composition and dimensional specs match HTS criteria; provide engineering drawings for customs review
• Obtain mill test certificates to confirm steel grade and avoid misclassification as unfinished parts under 8483.90