Cast Iron Rear Axle Differential Case for Sedans from Japan
This cast iron differential case houses gears in the rear drive-axles of passenger sedans like Honda Accord hybrids. It qualifies for HTS 8708.50.93.00 as a cast iron part of drive-axles for standard motor vehicles.
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)
9903.74.100%Articles as provided for in subdivision (k) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Use HTS confirmation rulings from CBP for high-volume imports to prevent reclassification during examination
• Document vehicle model compatibility to distinguish from tractor parts excluded by chapter notes
• Pair with proper country-of-melt documentation if subject to Section 232 steel tariffs