Cast Iron Transmission Case from Japan
Durable cast iron case designed to hold the gear train and torque converter in automotive transmissions. Its robust construction handles high torque loads. Falls under HTS 8708.40.70.00 due to cast iron material and specific function as a gear box part.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 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)
9903.74.100%Articles as provided for in subdivision (k) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Provide OEM part numbers and vehicle compatibility lists to support classification as motor vehicle part
• Ensure cast iron certification; alloy variations may shift to other material subheadings
• Declare as finished parts, not scrap, to prevent undervaluation penalties