Automotive Camshaft from Japan
A precision-engineered camshaft used in internal combustion engines to control the opening and closing of intake and exhaust valves. It falls under HTS 8483.10.50.00 as it is classified as a transmission shaft designed for power transmission within vehicle engines. Made typically from hardened steel for durability under high RPM conditions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (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 material composition and dimensional specs match HTS criteria to avoid reclassification as parts of engines under 8409
• Obtain mill test certificates for steel alloys to ensure compliance with anti-dumping duties if applicable
• Label clearly as 'transmission shaft' and include CAD drawings for CBP review to prevent delays