Chrome Wheel Trim Ring for SUVs from Japan
Decorative chrome-plated trim rings that snap onto alloy road wheels of SUVs and crossovers (headings 8703-8705). Falls under HTS 8708.70.60.60 as 'other' accessories enhancing wheel aesthetics and protection for non-heavy vehicles. Not structural but essential for OEM-style replacements.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0825%Medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, as provided for in subdivision (i) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
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
• Label as 'wheel accessories' on commercial invoices; vague descriptions like 'auto trim' lead to higher duties or delays
• Ensure plating thickness specs to distinguish from base metal articles and qualify for correct tariff treatment