Cast Iron Rear Axle Differential Case for SUVs from Germany
This cast iron case houses the ring and pinion gears in rear drive-axles of SUVs, classified as a passenger vehicle under heading 8703. It meets HTS 8708.50.81.00 for cast iron parts of drive-axles. The design provides durability for off-road and towing applications.
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
• Cross-reference with vehicle VIN compatibility to confirm 8703 applicability, as SUVs may border on 8704
• Ensure no machining that could reclassify as 'finished gears' under 8483 or 8708.50 other
• Bundle with bills of materials to distinguish from sets, avoiding ensemble duties