Forged Steel Trailer Axle Beam

A heavy-duty forged steel beam used as the main structural component of non-driving axles in utility trailers and RVs. It falls under HTS 8708.50.91 as a part of non-driving axles for motor vehicles like trailers classified in headings 8701-8705. These beams support weight without transmitting drive power.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8716.90.50Higher: 53.1% vs 52.5%

If for trailers exceeding 102 inch width

Parts of trailers not principally for motor vehicles of 8701-8705 fall under Chapter 87 heading for other trailers.

7326.90.86Lower: 37.9% vs 52.5%

If imported as generic forged steel articles

Without specific axle function or vehicle context, classified by material as other steel articles.

8708.99.81Lower: 37.5% vs 52.5%

If for industrial tractors or specialty vehicles

Parts of vehicles outside standard motor vehicle headings 8701-8705 go to other parts of 8708.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify compatibility with vehicle GVWR via engineering specs to avoid misclassification as complete axles

Provide material test certificates (e.g

ASTM standards) for steel composition to meet DOT compliance