Gabriel Ultra Gas Shock Absorber from Japan
Gabriel Ultra gas shocks with G-Force technology provide extended life for fleet trucks, reducing maintenance costs. Under HTS 8708.80.1610 as other suspension shocks for motor vehicles headings 8701-8705.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.5%
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.
9903.74.110%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
• Include CAD drawings proving integral suspension role per chapter definition
• For remanufactured units, declare as 'used' per statistical notes to match lower duties
• Partner with customs brokers experienced in automotive Chapter 87 rulings