Cast Iron Mainshaft Bearing Cap from Germany
Cast iron end cap retaining mainshaft bearings in multi-speed transmissions. Ensures axial alignment under load. HTS 8708.40.70.00 due to cast iron and gear box specificity.
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
• Include bearing seat tolerances and press-fit specifications
• Document as OEM replacement part with cross-references
• Avoid generic 'bearing housing' description to maintain vehicle part status