Automotive Crankshaft Oil Seal from Japan
A radial oil seal designed for sealing the crankshaft in internal combustion engines, preventing oil leakage between the rotating shaft and engine block. Made from nitrile rubber with a metal reinforced outer casing, it is classified under HTS 8487.90.00.40 as a machinery part oil seal not of rubber from Chapter 40. It lacks electrical features and is used in automotive machinery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify material composition to confirm exclusion from Chapter 40 (rubber articles); provide lab test reports if nitrile or similar synthetic content is borderline
• Include detailed engineering drawings showing no electrical connectors or features to avoid reclassification to electrical machinery headings