Chevrolet Silverado Torque Converter Housing from Germany
The outer shell for the torque converter in Chevrolet Silverado automatic transmissions, classified in HTS 8708.40.75 as an other gearbox part for trucks under heading 8704. It houses the fluid coupling mechanism critical for power transfer.
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.
9903.05.900%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
• Label clearly as 'OEM replacement part for motor vehicle transmission' to prevent reclassification
• Submit material composition reports (e.g
• aluminum alloy) for any Section 232 steel/aluminum tariffs
• Use HTS advance rulings for high-value shipments to confirm classification