Cast Iron Control Arm from Mexico
A cast iron control arm is a critical suspension component used in motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705 to connect the steering knuckle to the frame, allowing controlled movement. It falls under HTS 8708.80.60.00 as a suspension part made of cast iron, distinct from other materials or assemblies.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.0525%Except for products described in headings 9903.94.06, 9903.94.32, 9903.94.33, 9903.94.42, 9903.94.43, 9903.94.44, 9903.94.45, 9903.94.52, 9903.94.53, 9903.94.54, 9903.94.55, 9903.94.62, 9903.94.63, 9903.94.66 and 9903.94.67, automobile parts, as provided for in subdivision (g) 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
• Verify material composition via spectrometry to confirm cast iron content over 99% iron alloy for accurate classification
• Provide engineering drawings and vehicle compatibility specs to avoid misclassification as assemblies under 8708.50
• Ensure supplier certificates of origin; cast iron parts from China often face anti-dumping duties