Automotive Disc Clutch Assembly
A friction-based disc clutch assembly used in manual transmission vehicles to engage and disengage engine power to the transmission. It consists of a pressure plate, clutch disc, and release bearing mounted on a flywheel. Classified under HTS 8483.60.40 as a complete clutch mechanism for power transmission in automobiles.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as individual clutch plates or discs only
Separate clutch components like friction discs are classified as parts of clutches under 8483.90, not assembled clutches.
If specifically designed as original equipment for a particular vehicle model
Vehicle-specific transmission parts may fall under Chapter 87 as parts of motor vehicles rather than general clutches.
If functioning primarily as a fluid coupling or torque converter
Hydraulic clutches or torque converters are classified separately from mechanical friction clutches.
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