Cast Iron Torsion Bar Anchor from Japan
Cast iron anchor secures the torsion bar in independent suspension systems of cars and light trucks (8701-8705). HTS 8708.80.60.00 applies to this cast iron suspension component.
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
• Provide torque specs and vehicle fitment data to distinguish from generic castings
• Avoid bulk shipments without part numbers; leads to valuation disputes
• Confirm no alloying elements pushing it out of 'cast iron' definition