Torque converters
Transmission shafts (including camshafts and crankshafts) and cranks; bearing housings, housed bearings and plain shaft bearings; gears and gearing; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters; flywheels and pulleys, including pulley blocks; clutches and shaft couplings (including universal joints); parts thereof: > Gears and gearing, other than toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements entered separately; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters: > Torque converters
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 8483.40.10.00
Automotive Fluid Coupling Torque Converter
A fluid coupling torque converter designed for automatic transmissions in passenger cars, using hydraulic fluid to transmit torque from the engine to the transmission. It falls under HTS 8483.40.10.00 as a torque converter within the category of gear boxes and speed changers. This device multiplies torque during vehicle launch and allows smooth power transfer.
Heavy-Duty Truck Torque Converter
A robust torque converter for heavy-duty trucks and commercial vehicles, featuring high-stall torque multiplication for towing and hauling applications. Classified under HTS 8483.40.10.00 as it functions as a speed changer in industrial transmissions. It includes lock-up clutches for improved fuel efficiency at highway speeds.
Industrial Hydrokinetic Torque Converter
A hydrokinetic torque converter used in stationary industrial applications such as cranes, winches, and marine propulsion systems. It qualifies for HTS 8483.40.10.00 due to its role in torque transmission and speed changing via fluid coupling. Designed for high-power, continuous-duty operation.
Marine Torque Converter for Boat Transmissions
A specialized torque converter for marine inboard engines and boat transmissions, optimized for variable propeller loads. Falls under HTS 8483.40.10.00 as a torque converter for speed changing in propulsion gearing. Corrosion-resistant construction for saltwater environments.
High-Stall Racing Torque Converter
Performance torque converter with high stall speed for drag racing and motorsports applications, providing maximum torque multiplication at launch. Classified in HTS 8483.40.10.00 as automotive torque converter. Features billet construction and custom impeller pitches.
Agricultural Tractor Torque Converter
Torque converter designed for agricultural tractors, handling high torque loads from PTO-driven implements. Under HTS 8483.40.10.00 for its speed-changing function in tractor transmissions. Includes hydrostatic elements for smooth field operation.