Ram 1500 Transfer Case Gearbox from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
27.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0825%Medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, as provided for in subdivision (i) 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
• 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