Ram 1500 Transfer Case Gearbox from China
A 4WD transfer case gearbox for Ram 1500 trucks, classified in HTS 8708.40.50.00 for other vehicles' gearboxes. It distributes power between axles for enhanced off-road capability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Document as 'complete transfer case gearbox' with serial numbers to differentiate from parts
• Confirm not for tractors per chapter notes; include vehicle model specs
• Test for fluid leaks pre-shipment to avoid FDA/quality rejection claims