Rancho RS5000X Gas Shock Absorber from Germany
Rancho RS5000X features progressive valving for smooth ride in SUVs and light trucks, gas-charged to prevent foaming. HTS 8708.80.1610 covers these as 'other' suspension system shocks for general motor vehicles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
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 advisory rulings for custom valved shocks to confirm 'suspension system' status
• Document nitrogen charge pressure specs to avoid classification as simple mechanical springs
• For high-volume imports, consider bonded warehouses to defer duties on slow-moving inventory