Tesla Model 3 Single-Speed Gear Reduction Unit from Germany
Helical gear set in Tesla Model 3 electric vehicle single-speed reduction gearbox, reducing motor RPM to wheel speed. HTS 8708.40.7580 for EV parts under 8703 despite electric drive. High-efficiency design for range optimization.
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
• Certify for NHTSA EV safety; declare as electric-specific to avoid machinery classification; watch battery/vehicle set rules