Steel Reinforced Sedan Bumper from Germany
Front bumper for mid-size sedans with steel crash beam and plastic fascia, meeting FMVSS safety standards. Falls in HTS 8708.10.30.50 as 'other' for 8701-8705 vehicles. Balances weight, safety, and cost.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Certify compliance with US safety standards (FMVSS 581) via lab reports to expedite FDA/CBP review
• Separate steel and plastic components in entry docs if imported unassembled to optimize duties
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use; retail-ready units stay in 8708