Heavy Equipment Universal Joint Boot from Japan
Rubber or polyurethane boot sealing universal joints against dust and water in excavators and loaders. HTS 8483.90.8040 as accessory part of universal joints, though material may affect if rubber-focused. Protects bearings for extended life.
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
• Declare as joint part, not standalone rubber (4016)
• Test durometer specs
• Pitfall: primary rubber classification if boot-dominant