4x4 Drive Axle Assembly with Differential for Pickup Truck from Germany
A robust drive axle with integrated differential for 4WD pickup trucks (heading 8704), enabling power distribution to front or rear wheels. Classified under HTS 8708.50.61.00 for drive-axles with differential for 'other vehicles' excluding trailers. It includes housing, gears, and shafts for off-road durability.
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
• Include vehicle compatibility certificates showing fit for 8701-8705 models to prevent reclassification
• Label with exact gear ratio and weight capacity; mismatches lead to valuation disputes