Steel Running Board for Pickup Truck

A heavy-duty steel running board designed to mount on the side of pickup truck bodies for easier cabin access. It attaches directly to the body frame and includes anti-slip treads. Classified under HTS 8708.29.51.60 as an other part or accessory of motor vehicle bodies (including cabs), excluding bumpers and safety components.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+50.0%52.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8708.29Same rate: 52.5%

If made predominantly of aluminum

Aluminum body parts fall under a separate statistical suffix with potentially different duty treatment.

8708.99.81Lower: 37.5% vs 52.5%

If classified as a general vehicle part rather than body-specific

Parts not exclusively for bodies may shift to the 'other parts' category in 8708.99.

7326.90.86Lower: 37.9% vs 52.5%

If imported as generic fabricated steel article without vehicle specification

Lacks specific motor vehicle body function, treated as general steel fabrication.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the running board is specifically for vehicle body mounting, not chassis or engine parts, to avoid misclassification

Include detailed engineering drawings and installation instructions in documentation to prove body accessory status