Kubota M Series Tractor Differential Housing from Japan
The differential housing component for Kubota M Series agricultural tractors, housing gears for torque distribution to rear wheels during plowing or tilling. Engineered for durability in wet, muddy farm environments. HTS 8708.50.70.00 covers this as a part of drive-axles for ag tractors.
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
• Include engineering drawings showing integration with drive-axle to confirm classification
• Declare material composition (e.g
• cast iron) for any anti-dumping checks on ag equipment
• Avoid classifying bare housings as unfinished; complete assemblies stay here