Forged Steel Spur Gear Blank from Japan
A rough-forged steel blank designed for machining into spur gears used in industrial gearboxes and speed changers. It falls under HTS 8483.90.50.10 as a forged part specifically for gearing elements, before final tooth cutting and finishing. These blanks provide the basic shape and strength required for high-torque transmission applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
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 material certification (e.g
• AISI 1045 steel) and forging process documentation to confirm classification as 'forged gear blank' vs machined part
• Include engineering drawings showing intended use for gear machining to avoid reclassification as unfinished gears under 8483.40