Automotive Cardan Universal Joint from Japan
A cardan-style universal joint designed for automotive drive shafts, allowing power transmission between shafts at varying angles. It falls under HTS 8486.60.40.80 as a specific type of universal joint used in vehicle transmission systems. Typically features needle bearings and steel yokes for durability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Verify compatibility with OEM specifications and provide engineering drawings for customs classification
• Ensure RoHS compliance for automotive parts and include material certificates to avoid misclassification as machinery parts