John Deere Agricultural Tractor Drive Axle with Differential from Japan
This drive-axle assembly includes a differential and is designed specifically for John Deere tractors used in agricultural operations like plowing and harvesting. It falls under HTS 8708.50.11 as a drive-axle with differential for agricultural tractors, excluding road tractors. The robust construction handles heavy loads in off-road farming conditions.
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)
Import Tips
• Verify compatibility with specific tractor models via OEM specs to avoid misclassification as general parts
• Provide manufacturer certifications confirming agricultural tractor suitability to qualify under this subheading
• Ensure documentation distinguishes from road tractor parts to prevent reclassification under higher duties