Kia Optima Hybrid Drive Axle with Differential from Mexico
Hybrid-specific drive axle assembly with differential optimized for Kia Optima Hybrid regenerative braking (heading 8703). Lightweight aluminum construction. Falls under HTS 8708.50.51 for car drive-axles.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
27.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.0525%Except for products described in headings 9903.94.06, 9903.94.32, 9903.94.33, 9903.94.42, 9903.94.43, 9903.94.44, 9903.94.45, 9903.94.52, 9903.94.53, 9903.94.54, 9903.94.55, 9903.94.62, 9903.94.63, 9903.94.66 and 9903.94.67, automobile parts, as provided for in subdivision (g) 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
• Hybrid system integration docs showing motor compatibility essential
• Aluminum content declaration for Section 232 steel/aluminum tariffs
• Battery proximity seals must meet EPA import standards