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Ford Focus CV Half-Shaft Assembly

Complete CV half-shaft assembly for Ford Focus hatchbacks (heading 8703), with inner/outer joints for smooth torque delivery in drive-axles. Falls under HTS 8708.50.85.00 as other half-shafts for passenger cars. Built for high-mileage replacement in compact vehicles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+50.0%52.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8708.50.70.00Lower: 50% vs 52.5%

If for heading 8702 motor vehicles

Half-shafts for buses or specialized vehicles under 8702 use dedicated subheading.

7326.90.86Lower: 40.4% vs 52.5%

If imported as unfinished steel forgings

Unmachined blanks are other steel articles, not finished vehicle parts.

8482.10.50Lower: 46.5% vs 52.5%

If as bearing-integrated shaft

If including pre-assembled wheel bearings, may classify under ball bearings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document as 'OEM-equivalent half-shaft' with material certs (steel alloys); avoid bulk packaging that suggests sets

• Comply with country-of-melt labeling for steel parts per TIB-09 rules