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Rack Gear for Linear Motion

Straight rack gear with teeth for converting rotary to linear motion in actuators and CNC machines. HTS 8483.90.80 as 'Other' separately presented toothed transmission element. Precision-ground for rack-and-pinion systems.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+50.0%52.8%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+25.0%27.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+25.0%27.8%
🇩🇪Germany2.8%+25.0%27.8%
🇯🇵Japan2.8%+25.0%27.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8483.30.80Higher: 54.5% vs 52.8%

If featuring plain bearing surfaces

Hybrid gear-bearing elements may classify as plain shaft bearings.

8466.94.85Lower: 42.2% vs 52.8%

If part of machine tools for metalworking

Parts of specific Chapter 84 machine tools (e.g., CNC) take precedence.

7326.90.86Lower: 40.4% vs 52.8%

If imported as steel bars with rough milling

Unfinished profiled bars are Chapter 73, not machined transmission parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify DIN or AGMA standards in docs to prove finished transmission part status

• Avoid confusion with splined shafts by providing tooth profile diagrams

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